47-2021.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Brickmasons and Blockmasons

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.

Primary Directive

Ensure precise bricklaying and repair for structural integrity.

Execution Steps

1
Measure and mark guidelines
Measure distance from reference points and mark guidelines using plumb bobs and levels.
2
Construct corners
Fasten a corner pole in plumb position or build a corner pyramid of bricks to establish corners.
3
Mix mortar
Mix specified amounts of sand, clay, dirt, or mortar powder with water to create a suitable mixture.
4
Lay and align bricks
Lay and align bricks, blocks, or tiles to build or repair structures according to specifications.
5
Finish mortar joints
Remove excess mortar and finish joints with tools for a sealed, uniform appearance.

Toolbox Requirements

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