Mason

Mariani Premier Group•Wilton, CT

8h•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless. Are you looking for a career with a company that is GROWING and REWARDS highly motivated individuals? At Glengate, if you have the right attitude and a strong work ethic, you will find an environment with strong growth potential. This is a full-time opportunity that pays competitive hourly wages with benefits. Glengate is located in Wilton, however, work is at properties in lower Fairfield/New Haven/Westchester County. Here’s the top 5 reasons to join our team! Competitive salaries Great benefits – everyone is eligible for paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), 401K plan with company match, employee referral program, annual company bonus, annual summer picnic, team events, and paid annual shutdown. Many positions (30 hours/week or more) are eligible for additional benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability insurances and other offerings. Lots of training and development opportunities to move your career forward Friendly and supportive team environment Work with state-of-the-art technology and equipment The Masonry Crew Member and Leader will assist to: Builds retaining walls, pools, walkways, patios, and other structures using bricks, stone, an/or concrete blocks, Cuts or saws bricks for projects as necessary Ability to mix mortar and grout to be used to lay brick and places brick or concrete blocks on mortar bed Measures and examine brickwork to ensure structure is built correctly Consults with the project manager/foreman or client to determine the shape, consistency, finish, and other specifications of the project and plans accordingly Plans project and drying time to ensure that concrete will dry and cure correctly; monitors weather and wind throughout the process to ensure proper curing Builds and uses forms to shape concrete to specified levels and consistencies Uses a variety of tools, such as straight-edges, floats, rakes, shovels, trowels, and brooms, to spread, level, smooth, and finish concrete and surface Waterproofs or restores surface by applying hardening and sealing compounds Levels and evens surface as needed by chipping, scraping, and grinding uneven spots or ridges using power or hand tools Repairs and reinforces existing concrete surfaces, which may include removing ridges and cavities, resurfacing, or cleaning Cleans surface, tools, and surrounding area thoroughly Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Demonstrates extensive knowledge of bricklaying techniques and procedures
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Possesses a thorough understanding of math and geometry
Demonstrates excellent verbal communication skills
Possesses a thorough understanding of the characteristics of concrete and ability to make plans based on that knowledge.
Ability to create, lay, and use concrete forms
Demonstrates a deep understanding of and ability to use tools related to masonry.
Ability to work well with others
Ability to create a variety of surfaces for various purposes
Ability to reliably commute to and from the office on a daily basis
Possesses a valid/active driver’s license
High school diploma or equivalent required
Three years of related experience required
Prolonged periods standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and squatting
Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds at a time
Physically able to perform labor required to lay bricks and concrete blocks
Must be able to work in extremely noisy areas
Excellent hand-eye coordination
Must be able to work in all types of weather

Nice To Haves

Technical/vocational school program preferred

Responsibilities

Builds retaining walls, pools, walkways, patios, and other structures using bricks, stone, an/or concrete blocks
Cuts or saws bricks for projects as necessary
Ability to mix mortar and grout to be used to lay brick and places brick or concrete blocks on mortar bed
Measures and examine brickwork to ensure structure is built correctly
Consults with the project manager/foreman or client to determine the shape, consistency, finish, and other specifications of the project and plans accordingly
Plans project and drying time to ensure that concrete will dry and cure correctly; monitors weather and wind throughout the process to ensure proper curing
Builds and uses forms to shape concrete to specified levels and consistencies
Uses a variety of tools, such as straight-edges, floats, rakes, shovels, trowels, and brooms, to spread, level, smooth, and finish concrete and surface
Waterproofs or restores surface by applying hardening and sealing compounds
Levels and evens surface as needed by chipping, scraping, and grinding uneven spots or ridges using power or hand tools
Repairs and reinforces existing concrete surfaces, which may include removing ridges and cavities, resurfacing, or cleaning
Cleans surface, tools, and surrounding area thoroughly
Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Great benefits – everyone is eligible for paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), 401K plan with company match, employee referral program, annual company bonus, annual summer picnic, team events, and paid annual shutdown.
Many positions (30 hours/week or more) are eligible for additional benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability insurances and other offerings.
Lots of training and development opportunities to move your career forward
Friendly and supportive team environment
Work with state-of-the-art technology and equipment
401(k) plan with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
FSA/HSA
PerkSpot
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Paid time Off
Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)