Mason

Tradesmen International, LLC•Allentown, PA

57d•$35•Onsite

About The Position

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Journeyman Masons for projects located in and around Allentown, PA. This is a first shift opportunity with a pay range of up to $35/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are a Mason and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job Scope: Plan and layout CMU and brick installations, ensuring precise alignment and leveling for load-bearing walls and facades Prepare and mix mortars, grouts, and adhesives, adjusting for weather conditions and material types Lay CMU blocks and bricks using advanced techniques (running bonds, stack bonds, toothing), cutting materials to fit around openings and corners Install reinforcement elements such as rebar, lintels, and anchors to enhance structural stability Build and align forms, scaffolds, and supports, inspecting work for plumb, level, and square Perform finishing tasks including pointing, tooling joints, cleaning surfaces, and applying sealants Collaborate with other trades (carpenters, electricians) to integrate masonry with overall construction sequencing Troubleshoot onsite issues including material defects or layout discrepancies Maintain tools and equipment while adhering to OSHA safety standards, including proper PPE usage and fall protection

Requirements

5+ years of journeyman-level masonry experience on commercial projects
Experience reading blueprints and calculating material quantities
Ability to achieve tight tolerances (e.g., 1/8-inch joint variations) and produce high-quality finishes
In-depth understanding of CMU types (standard, lightweight, architectural) and brick varieties (clay, concrete)
Ability to adapt to site challenges (uneven foundations, adverse weather)
OSHA 10 certification; TI offers course to qualified Employees who have yet to obtain the certification
Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly, work at heights, and communicate effectively with supervisors and crew
Must provide own masonry tools and PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, boots, high-visibility clothing)

Responsibilities

Plan and layout CMU and brick installations, ensuring precise alignment and leveling for load-bearing walls and facades
Prepare and mix mortars, grouts, and adhesives, adjusting for weather conditions and material types
Lay CMU blocks and bricks using advanced techniques (running bonds, stack bonds, toothing), cutting materials to fit around openings and corners
Install reinforcement elements such as rebar, lintels, and anchors to enhance structural stability
Build and align forms, scaffolds, and supports, inspecting work for plumb, level, and square
Perform finishing tasks including pointing, tooling joints, cleaning surfaces, and applying sealants
Collaborate with other trades (carpenters, electricians) to integrate masonry with overall construction sequencing
Troubleshoot onsite issues including material defects or layout discrepancies
Maintain tools and equipment while adhering to OSHA safety standards, including proper PPE usage and fall protection