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Brickmasons and Blockmasons - 47-2021.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Lay and bind building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete block, cinder block, glass block, and terra-cotta block, with mortar and other substances to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, sewers, and other structures.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Bricklayer
  • Brick Mason
  • Mason
  • Brick Layer
  • Brick and Block Mason
  • Block Layer
  • Brickmason
  • Concrete Finisher
  • Tender
  • Block Mason

SOC Occupation Groups

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Apply and smooth mortar or other mixture over work surface.
  • Break or cut bricks, tiles, or blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer, or power saw.
  • Calculate angles and courses and determine vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.
  • Clean working surface to remove scale, dust, soot, or chips of brick and mortar, using broom, wire brush, or scraper.
  • Construct corners by fastening in plumb position a corner pole or building a corner pyramid of bricks, and filling in between the corners using a line from corner to corner to guide each course, or layer, of brick.
  • Examine brickwork or structure to determine need for repair.
  • Fasten or fuse brick or other building material to structure with wire clamps, anchor holes, torch, or cement.
  • Interpret blueprints and drawings to determine specifications and to calculate the materials required.
  • Lay and align bricks, blocks, or tiles to build or repair structures or high temperature equipment, such as cupola, kilns, ovens, or furnaces.
  • Measure distance from reference points and mark guidelines to lay out work, using plumb bobs and levels.
  • Mix specified amounts of sand, clay, dirt, or mortar powder with water to form refractory mixtures.
  • Remove burned or damaged brick or mortar, using sledgehammer, crowbar, chipping gun, or chisel.
  • Remove excess mortar with trowels and hand tools, and finish mortar joints with jointing tools, for a sealed, uniform appearance.
  • Spray or spread refractory material over brickwork to protect against deterioration.

Detailed Work Activities

  • adhere to safety procedures
  • apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings
  • apply cleaning solvents
  • apply grouting or other masonry adhesives
  • apply plaster, stucco or related material
  • build or repair masonry structures, including kilns or furnaces
  • build or repair structures in construction, repair, or manufacturing setting
  • climb ladders, scaffolding, or utility or telephone poles
  • compute production, construction, or installation specifications
  • cut or shape stone, tile, brick, or related material
  • determine material or tool requirements
  • distinguish colors
  • erect scaffold
  • fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
  • inspect premises or structure for evidence of deterioration or damage
  • lay or install brick, block, stone, tile, or related masonry material
  • lay out masonry work
  • measure tile or masonry materials
  • mix mortar, grout, slurry, concrete, or related masonry material
  • mix paint, ingredients, or chemicals, according to specifications
  • move or fit heavy objects
  • perform safety inspections in construction or resource extraction setting
  • plan or organize work
  • prepare site or surfaces for concrete or masonry work
  • read blueprints
  • read tape measure
  • read technical drawings
  • repair or replace damaged bricks, tile, or related masonry
  • select masonry material to be installed according to specifications
  • understand construction specifications
  • use acetylene welding/cutting torch
  • use arc welding equipment
  • use hand or power tools
  • use measuring devices in construction or extraction work
  • verify levelness or verticality, using level or plumb bob
  • weld together metal parts, components, or structures

Military Crosswalk Titles

  • Basic Engineer, Construction, and Equipment Marine (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Builder (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Builder Basic (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Combat Engineer (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Structural Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Structural Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Structural Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

  • Bricklayer (Brick and Tile)
  • Bricklayer (Construction)
  • Bricklayer, Firebrick and Refractory Tile
  • Bricklayers
  • Bricklayers & Mason
  • Chimney Repairer

DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Acid-Tank Liner
  • Bricklayer
  • Bricklayer Apprentice
  • Bricklayer, Firebrick and Refractory Tile
  • Chimney Repairer
  • Cupola Patcher
  • Hot-Top Liner
  • Kiln-Door Builder
  • Patcher
  • Repairer, Kiln Car