Brickmasons and Blockmasons
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Lay and bind building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete block, cinder block, glass block, and terra-cotta block, with mortar and other substances, to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, sewers, and other structures.
Median pay: $62,120/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +3.2% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 5,600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Measure distance from reference points and mark guidelines to lay out work, using plumb bobs and levels.
• Construct corners by fastening in plumb position a corner pole or building a corner pyramid of bricks, and filling in between the corners using a line from corner to corner to guide each course, or layer, of brick.
• Apply and smooth mortar or other mixture over work surface.
• Calculate angles and courses and determine vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.
• Break or cut bricks, tiles, or blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer, or power saw.
• Interpret blueprints and drawings to determine specifications and to calculate the materials required.
• Remove excess mortar with trowels and hand tools, and finish mortar joints with jointing tools, for a sealed, uniform appearance.
• Fasten or fuse brick or other building material to structure with wire clamps, anchor holes, torch, or cement.
What's the median pay for Brickmasons and Blockmasons?
The median pay for Brickmasons and Blockmasons is $62,120 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Brickmasons and Blockmasons?
Employment for Brickmasons and Blockmasons is projected to change +3.2% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Brickmasons and Blockmasons?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Brickmasons and Blockmasons?
About 5,600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.