CEMENT MASON
WORK DESCRIPTION
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Cement masons craft the concrete that shapes the ever-changing skyline and roadway systems that connect communities across our state and the United States.
Tasks performed include setting forms, hand finishing concrete, building steps, cutting, grinding, polishing and repairing concrete. They also apply overlays, coatings, caulking, patching and composite wrapping.
Skills required include measuring and assembling forms, pouring concrete and applying many different coatings and finishes to concrete products.
Apprentice wages range from $21.04-$34.61.
Journey level wages range from $35.08-$39.96.
- 18 years of age or older
- Photo ID
- Copy of high school diploma or G.E.D.
WORK DESCRIPTION
Cement masons craft the concrete that shapes the ever-changing skyline and roadway systems that connect communities across our state and the United States.
Tasks performed include setting forms, hand finishing concrete, building steps, cutting, grinding, polishing and repairing concrete. They also apply overlays, coatings, caulking, patching and composite wrapping.
Skills required include measuring and assembling forms, pouring concrete and applying many different coatings and finishes to concrete products.
Apprentice wages range from $21.04-$34.61.
Journey level wages range from $35.08-$39.96.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- 18 years of age or older
- Photo ID
- Copy of high school diploma or G.E.D.
APPLICATION PROCESS
WHERE TO APPLY?
Apprentice applications are accepted in person
Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM (except holidays).
Applications may also be submitted online via our website HERE.
Cement Masons Union Local 527 Apprenticeship School
3341 Hollenberg Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63044
Scott Downs, Coordinator
Office: 314-739-1129
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.cm527ap.com
APPLICATION PROCESS
WHERE TO APPLY?
Apprentice applications are accepted in person Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (except holidays). Applications may also be submitted online via our website HERE.
Cement Masons Union Local 527 Apprenticeship School
3341 Hollenberg Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63044
Scott Downs, Coordinator
Office: 314-739-1129
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.cm527ap.com
TRAINING PROGRAM
Cement Masons have a three-year training program. Apprentices attend 160 hours of classes in our training center and 1,200 hours of on-the-job training each year for a total of 480 hours of classes and 3,600 hours of instruction in the field. The training school classes are held in the winter months from December through March. Apprentices attend school one week each month.
Cement Masons work in construction areas that are commercial, concrete restoration and residential. They work on factories, warehouses, office buildings, homes, parking structures and highways.
UNIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS
Cement Mason Union Local NO.527
