Mason

About the role

The Mason position at CSUN involves performing journey-level masonry tasks such as concrete, plaster, stucco, block, brick, tile, and stone work. Responsibilities include breaking out old concrete, mixing, pouring, and finishing concrete, installing concrete masonry blocks and bricks, sawing concrete and tarmac, erecting, maintaining, and repairing forms and related temporary structures, operating cement mixers and other masonry-related tools and equipment, and performing other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Builds forms, grades, and shoots elevations
• Mixes, pours, and finishes concrete
• Breaks out old concrete and ensures its removal
• Performs plaster, stucco, and concrete block work
• Saws concrete and tarmac
• Erects, maintains, and repairs forms and related temporary structures
• Operates cement mixers and other masonry-related tools and equipment
• Installs concrete masonry blocks and bricks
• Performs demolition, repair, and installation work
• Provides task-related instruction to support staff
• Coordinates work with skilled trades personnel

Requirements

Candidate must possess a valid California Driver's License. Comprehensive knowledge of journey-level masonry methods, materials, tools, equipment, and safety practices, including concrete, plaster, stucco, block, brick, tile, and stone work. 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; 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of journey-level masonry methods, materials, tools, equipment, and safety practices, including concrete, plaster, stucco, block, brick, tile, and stone work. 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; 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.

Benefits

The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more. Classification: 6616 / Mason / 1. The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $5355 – $6658 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $5355 - $7801 per month.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $5355 – $6658 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $5355 - $7801 per month. Hours: Full Time; 40 hours per week; 7:00am – 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends. This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position.

General Information

• Applications received through July 8, 2026 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• The position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at 818-677-2101.