Mason

Job Title

Historic Masonry Repair Specialist

Job Description

Repairs and maintains historic masonry on buildings, parapets, and boundary fences, chimneys, fireplaces, manholes, and boilers. Must be able to match existing historic surfaces.

Have comprehensive knowledge of mixing techniques, applications etc. Extensive skills in cutting and shaping block, terra cotta, brick and stone.

Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints, and specifications independently and determine the layout and work sequences.

Prepares surfaces for painting by sanding, buffing and cleaning; cleans brushes and other painting equipment; moves ladders, scaffolding and/or drop cloths; and carries paint, brushes, and equipment. Applies one or more sealing compounds occasionally.

Patch and/or replace stucco, including paper, wire, scratch and brown coats to match existing historic surfaces.

Temporary positions not-to-exceed 1039 hours in a service year may be terminated/extended based on management needs and can vary due to weather, project needs, or funding.