Job Description
-Prepare and lay bricks, concrete blocks, structural tiles or other masonry units
-Estimate materials, tools and equipment required for projects
-Lay bricks, stone or similar materials to provide veneer facing
-Construct and install prefabricated masonry units
-Prepare tenders and quotations
-Read sketches and blueprints to calculate materials required
-Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
-Cut and trim bricks and concrete blocks to specification using hand and power tools
-Lay bricks or other masonry units to build residential or commercial chimneys and fireplaces
-Lay radial bricks to build masonry shells of industrial chimneys
-Lay or install firebricks to line industrial chimneys and smokestacks
-Restore, clean or paint existing masonry structures
Experience and Specialization
– Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Brick Mason or similar role
– High school diploma or equivalent
Transportation and travel information: Willing to travel
Physical Capabilities : Attention to detail, Hand-eye co-ordination, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Weight handling up to 45 kg (100 lbs), Reliability
Benefits: WCB coverage, gasoline reimbursement (If owned vehicle), Maternity and Parental leave top-up, free parking, transportation provided by employer, health benefits
Language of communication: Basic knowledge of written and spoken English, preferred
Work setting
Construction
On-site customer service
Repair
Renovation
Historical restoration
Commercial
Industrial
Residential
Additional information
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Driver’s validity licence check
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demanding
Handling heavy loads
Standing for extended periods
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Reliability
Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Paramedical services coverage
Financial benefits
Gasoline paid
Mileage paid
Long term benefits
Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Transportation provided by employer