Mason

California State University, Northridge•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$5,355 - $7,801•Onsite

About The Position

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun. Under the general supervision, the Mason performs journey-level masonry tasks consisting of concrete, plaster, stucco, block, brick, tile, stone, and related tools and materials used in the profession. The incumbent performs repair work on buildings and hardscape while supporting maintenance, construction maintenance, and renovation projects across campus.

Requirements

Any combination of progressively responsible training and experience which demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard mason’s apprenticeship program.
CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE.

Nice To Haves

Comprehensive knowledge of journey-level masonry methods, materials, tools, equipment, and safety practices, including concrete, plaster, stucco, block, brick, tile, and stone work.
Ability to build and repair forms, establish grades and elevations, mix, pour, and finish concrete, interpret rough sketches and plans, and perform demolition, repair, and installation work while ensuring compliance with applicable building codes and safety standards.
Working knowledge of carpentry methods, materials, tools, terminology, and construction support practices related to masonry and renovation projects.
Ability to operate masonry equipment and assigned motor vehicles; perform form construction and removal, temporary support installation, rough patching, and access preparation; provide task-related instruction to support staff; and effectively coordinate work with skilled trades personnel to complete projects safely and efficiently.
Knowledge of demolition techniques, materials handling practices, and construction site preparation related to plaster, drywall, cement, stucco, flooring, and tile removal.
Ability to safely perform demolition and repair work; remove cabinets, counters, flooring, ceramic, and tile materials; assist with drywall and metal stud installation; and prepare work areas to support maintenance, renovation, and construction projects.
Knowledge of occupational safety standards, hazard recognition, and safe work practices applicable to masonry, construction, and maintenance environments.
Ability to maintain clean and organized work areas, inspect tools and equipment for safe operation, identify and report unsafe conditions, implement corrective actions, and consistently follow established safety procedures while working indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities

Builds forms, grades, and shoots elevations; uses a transit or builder’s level; mixes, pours, and finishes concrete.
Performs labor required to break out old concrete and ensures its removal.
Performs plaster, stucco, and concrete block work. This position installs concrete masonry blocks and bricks. Saws concrete and tarmac.
Erects, maintains, and repairs forms and related temporary structures associated with masonry and concrete work.
Operates cement mixers and other masonry-related tools and equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.