This is the entry level of the series.  Positions assigned to this class are assigned as a trade trainee for the Mason and Plasterer class receiving on-the-job and academic training to achieve journey status.

Under guidance of a journey-level mason and plasterer, performs various maintenance and alternation duties with special emphasis on those duties required to complete the specific on-the-job mason trades training program;

Obtains, prepares, and delivers materials on the job site and assists in assembly and installation;

Cleans up and maintains shop areas, work sites, and storage areas;

Completes on-the-job mason trades training program requirements;

Completes related academic training which will consist of designated trades schools and/or correspondence courses as available and applicable to the mason journey class;

Performs related duties and functions as specified in approved trades training program.

Knowledge of: standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of masonry and plastering trades; safety precautions.

Ability to: work from blueprints, plans, and sketches; apply plaster and stucco; estimate time and materials needed to complete jobs; work on scaffolds.

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification.  It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Positions typically require high school graduation or equivalent; or, six months’ experience as a maintenance aide or equivalent.  Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required.

New class adopted January 3, 1973.
Revise class code (formerly 5388) revise definition, delete distinguishing characteristics, adopted
May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007