Title:
DG BOSS: Mason
Lays building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete/cinder, glass, gypsum, and terra cotta block to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, sewers, and other structures.
- Reports to and receives assignments, instructions, and direction from the Foreman.
- Reads and interprets instructions and documentation and plans work activities.
- Measures distance from reference points and marks guidelines on working surface to lay out work.
- Spreads soft bed (layer) of mortar that serves as base and binder for block, using the trowel.
- Applies mortar to the end of the block and position the block in the mortar bed.
- Taps block with the trowel to level, align, and embed in mortar, allowing the specified thickness of the joint.
- Removes excess mortar from the face of the block, using the trowel.
- Finishes mortar between brick/block with a pointing tool or trowel.
- Breaks bricks/blocks to fit spaces too small for whole brick/block, using the edge of a trowel or brick hammer.
- Determines vertical and horizontal alignment of courses, using plumb bob, gauge line, and level.
- Fastens brick or terra cotta veneer to the face of structures, with tie wires embedded in mortar between bricks, or in anchor holes in veneer brick.
- May weld metal parts to steel structural members.
- May apply plaster to walls and ceiling, using the trowel, to complete repair work.
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to get along with customers,
co-workers, and supervisors.
- Pours in place and finishes concrete according to industry standards and approved AHA.
- Sets, mortars, and grouts of various types of tiles.
- Moves materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work site.
- Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various clean-up/housekeeping activities.
- Responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, sanitary, healthy, presentable, and professional atmosphere, free of dust, clutter, and trash in all working facilities and areas.
- Responsible for proper utilization and safeguarding of all government and contractor-provided property (e.g., including government facilities, equipment, and tools).
- Responsible for the precise execution of Company time reporting procedures and accurate completion of timesheets.
- Responsible for performing all assigned duties as safely and efficiently as possible to maintain a safe work environment.
- Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Performs other duties and activities as directed.
Basic Qualifications
- General knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the masonry trade.
- Must have an excellent understanding of all safety directives and policies regarding the maintenance of
- masonry equipment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly
- adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material, and follow
- engineering drawings, specifications, and instructions.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations, diagnose and resolve problems, and use hand and power tools.
- Able and willing to work long hours to meet mission and project requirements.
- Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, bending, standing, climbing, or walking.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft programs such as Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Must speak, read, and understand the English Language.
- Must pass overseas medical screening and be in good health.
- Must have a valid country of origin’s driver’s license.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS: SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS OR TRAINING
- Any masonry certification/s is highly desired.
EDUCATION:
- Must be at least a High School, Technical, or Vocational course graduate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
- Must have at least three (3) years of experience in the masonry field and formwork/concrete construction
labor work experience.
