Bricklayer

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Interpreting work orders and determining the materials required.
• Measuring distance from reference points.
• Calculating angles and determining the vertical and horizontal alignments of courses.
• Laying bricks using mortar as a binder and trowel to level.
• Performing duties such as laying brick, block and terra cotta, tuck pointing, grinding mortar joints, stone patching, caulking and welding.
• Working safely on scaffolds and swing stages at various heights.
• Lifting objects or materials weighing 60+ pounds.
• Assisting other skilled trade workers (caulking, waterproofing, etc.) in their performance.
• Using equipment and tools effectively to perform basic construction tasks (hand tools and small power tools).
• Performing other relevant duties as assigned.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• This position requires a minimum education level of High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• A minimum of 1 year industry experience on construction sites.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved (A minimum of 5 years’ experience is required- specifically limestone, granite, terra cotta, and Jahn patching).
• Problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Physically fit to stand for long periods.
• The employee is required to have reliable transportation and a valid Driver’s License- (a valid CDL A is a plus).
• The employee must have the following tools: 2’ and 4’ level pointing tools, hawk, 3lb hammer, brick hammer, safety harness, tape measure, cape chisel, flat chisel, brick trowel, margin trowel and jointer.

Travel

Travel is required for this position; the employee must be willing to travel to surrounding job sites. RAM will compensate a per diem for travel and overnight stay if applicable.

Work Environment

As a Bricklayer for RAM, the employee will be subject to various work environments. Work environments may include but are not limited to the following: seasonal temperatures, high spaces, small spaces, loud and frequent noises, standing/walking for up to 12 hours a day, indoor/outdoor settings, areas close to traffic.