Cement Mason

Cement masons craft the concrete that shapes the ever-changing skyline and roadway systems that connect communities across our state and the United States. Tasks performed include setting forms, hand finishing concrete, building steps, cutting, grinding, polishing and repairing concrete. They also apply overlays, coatings, caulking, patching and composite wrapping. Skills required include measuring and assembling forms, pouring concrete and applying many different coatings and finishes to concrete products. Apprentice wages range from $26.29-$39.43. Journey-level wage is $43.81. 18 years of age or older Photo ID Copy of high school diploma or G.E.D. TRAINING PROGRAM Cement Masons have a three-year training program. Apprentices attend 160 hours of classes in our training center and 1,200 hours of on-the-job training each year for a total of 480 hours of classes and 3,600 hours of instruction in the field. The training school classes are held in the winter months from December through March. Apprentices attend school one week each month. 0 Total Years of Training Included 0 Total Hours of Classroom Training Annually 0 Total Hours of On-The-Job Training Annually Cement Masons work in construction areas that are commercial, concrete restoration and residential. They work on factories, warehouses, office buildings, homes, parking structures and highways. UNIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS Cement Mason Union Local NO.527 International Association Operative Plasterers’ and Cement Masons #J-18808-Ljbffr St. Louis Construction Cooperative