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International Union of Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers – Local 1

BRICKLAYER

Bricklayers work with masonry materials such as brick, concrete block, stone, structural tile and pre-cast panels to construct and repair structures like walls, partitions, patios, arches, fireplaces, chimneys, and other elements. They often work on commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and lay bricks, concrete blocks, structural tiles, or other masonry units
• Read sketches and blueprints to calculate materials required
• Cut and trim bricks and concrete blocks to specification using hand and power tools
• Build patios, garden walls, and other decorative installations
• Lay or install firebricks to line industrial chimneys and smokestacks
• Line or reline furnaces, kilns, boilers, and similar installation

Contact Local 1 to learn more about the bricklaying trade.

President: Jeff Preeper
t: 902-450-5614 | BAC Local 1