Mason & Bricklayer Jobs Hiring Near You
$26-$33/hr (about $55,000-$68,000/yr) for a journeyman brickmason/blockmason. BLS reported a median of $60,800/yr for brickmasons/blockmasons in May 2024; the mean (average) ran a few thousand higher, around $65,000/yr. · Demand: Steady, retirement-driven
Mason and bricklayer jobs are hands-on building work: laying brick, concrete block, and stone with mortar to build walls, chimneys, and whole buildings. Most masons work for masonry contractors and general contractors on homes, schools, warehouses, and repair jobs. Journeyman pay usually runs $26 to $33 an hour, about $55,000 to $68,000 a year, and it climbs as you get faster and more skilled.
Every job here shows the pay upfront, so you know what you are walking into before you apply. New openings post regularly, from apprentice and helper spots to journeyman and lead mason roles. Find one that fits and apply in a couple of minutes. No degree and no long application needed.
Mason / Bricklayer jobs: common questions
How much do masons and bricklayers make?
A journeyman mason typically earns $26 to $33 an hour, or about $55,000 to $68,000 a year. Apprentices start lower, around $17 to $24 an hour, and experienced masons, foremen, and union members can top $90,000.
Are masons and bricklayers in demand?
Yes. Demand is steady and driven by retirements, with roughly 20,700 openings a year as older masons leave the trade. Many contractors say they cannot find enough skilled hands, which is good leverage if you are willing to learn.
How fast can I start as a mason?
Quickly. You can get hired as a helper or tender and be on a jobsite within weeks, earning while you learn. A registered apprenticeship also pays from day one and takes 3 to 4 years to reach journeyman.
Do I need a degree or license to be a mason?
No college degree is required. Most masons start with a high school diploma or GED, and many apprenticeships take you without one. You only need a personal license if you go into business as a masonry contractor, and those rules vary by state.
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Read the full Mason / Bricklayer career guide: what it pays, the certs and licenses you need, apprenticeships, and the exact steps to get in.