Cement Masons level, smooth and shape surfaces of freshly poured concrete. This
includes projects such as patios, floors, sidewalks, huge dams, and the
finishing of exposed concrete surfaces such as highways, foundations, walls of
large buildings and airport runways. They are also involved in residential
basement and driveway work and must know the working characteristics of various
cement and concrete mixes.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is active and strenuous. Once concrete is poured, it must be worked
before it sets, regardless of the time of day or weather conditions. A Cement
Mason must be willing and able to work outdoors in inclement weather.
INTEREST AND TEMPERMENT
The Cement Mason must be able to work in hot or cold weather and enjoy working
with their hands. The ability to get along with others is important because
Cement Masons frequently work as a team.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND RECOMMENDED
Math, blueprint reading, mechanical drawing
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOINT APPRENTICESHIP COMMITTEE
üMinimum age of 18
üHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.
üDrug/Alcohol testing in accordance
with the JATC written policy
üTests
üInterview
üOperates under an “Eligibility
List” System
TERMS OF APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING
üApprenticeship shall be three (3)
years
üMinimum of 3,000 hours of
on-the-job training
üMinimum of (144) hours of related
classroom instruction per year
üProbationary period (500) work
hours
üIndentured to Joint Apprenticeship
Committee
üRaises every six (6) months if
training hours are secured
RELATED JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Terrazzo worker and finisher, concrete finisher, concrete business owner
Please call the JATC office for application hours and specific requirements.
The recruitment, selection, employment, training and promotion of apprentices
shall be without discrimination based on the race, color, national origin,
ancestry, sex, religion, disability/handicap or veteran status.
A
DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PLASTERER…
WHAT THEY DO
Plasterers are the building craftsmen who apply plaster to interior walls and
ceilings to form fire-resistant and relatively soundproof surfaces, which may
then be decorated. They also apply stucco to exterior walls (exterior
insulation finish system) and cast ornamental designs in plaster. Plasterers
also apply all levels of drywall finish and ever-expanding variety of Venetian
plastering systems to achieve a marble-like finish to drywall board. Plasterers
also do the fireproofing of steel beams when longer fire ratings are required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Some of the work is done outdoors and depends on weather conditions. While most
plastering jobs are indoors, sometimes plasterers work on high scaffolds.
Plastering requires consideration standing, bending, lifting and reaching
overhead.
INTEREST AND TEMPERMENT
The trade requires good manual skills. Persons should enjoy working with their
hands and accept working outdoors in various weather conditions. Must be
physically capable of performing the work of the trade.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND RECOMMENDED
Reading, math, science, mechanical drawing, industrial arts
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOINT APPRENTICESHIP COMMITTEE
üMinimum age of 18
üHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.
üDrug/Alcohol testing in accordance
with the JATC written policy
üTests
üInterview
üOperates under an “Eligibility
List” System
TERMS OF APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING
üApprenticeship shall be three (4)
years
üMinimum of 4,000 hours of
on-the-job training
üMinimum of (144) hours of related
classroom instruction per year
üProbationary period (500) work
hours
üIndentured to Joint Apprenticeship
Committee
üRaises every six (6) months if
training hours are secured
Please call the JATC office for application hours and specific requirements.
The recruitment, selection,
employment, training and promotion of apprentices shall be without
discrimination based on the race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex,
religion, disability/handicap or veteran status.
