Mason

Job Title : Mason

Location : West Lafayette , IN 47907

Duration : 6 Months contract to hire

Position Summary:

Learn/assist in performance of masonry duties including concrete finishing, block laying, plastering, building restoration and equipment use. Overtime will be required as needed.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform setting forms, screed, installation of reinforcing materials, pouring and spreading concrete. - 20% of Time.
• Perform mixing, spreading mortar, positioning (block, brick, ceramic and/or quarry tile) removing excess mortar, sawing blocks, bricks, etc. to construct or repair for block laying jobs. - 20% of Time.
• Perform cleaning, leveling, scarifying surfaces for bonding of plaster, installation of metal lathe and screeds, mixing and application of plaster on walls/ceilings and proper match with existing surface. - 20% of Time.
• Perform building restoration projects, including tuck pointing, caulking and waterproofing. - 15% of Time.
• Perform operation of Skid Steer loader and jack hammers. - 10% of Time.
• Perform application of epoxy floors including shot blasting, grinding, cleaning floor to bond epoxy, mixing and application of epoxy liquid. - 5% of Time.
• Perform maintenance of assigned tools (i.e., hammers, chisels, levels, saws, drills, roto-hammers, hand and gas-powered trowels, vibrating screed, mortar/concrete mixers, diamond-point core-drilling machine, jack hammers, etc.) - 5% of Time.
• Understand and consider the global nature of the University. Work effectively with people from different viewpoints and backgrounds. Recognize and value advantages that diversity can bring. Apply the University's Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity policy. Implement the Physical Facilities Mission and Vision and perform other duties as assigned. - 5% of Time.

Qualifications and Skills

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma/GED required. 3 - 5 years experience in masonry, concrete finishing, plastering, block laying or building restoration.

Skills:

• Strong oral and written communication skills required. 
• Mathematical calculation skills necessary. 
• Computer skills/familiarity with word processor and spreadsheets required.
• Able to utilize electronic procurement system. 
• Ability to lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. or more occasionally required. 
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolds and work from height up to 100 feet. 
• Ability to work under a variety of conditions, such as confined space (tunnels, pits), heights and hot/cold conditions. 
• Required to work outdoors 30% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees. 
• Valid driver's License required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

HEAVY PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs.

MACHINE, TOOLS, ELECTRONIC & OFFICE EQUIPMENT

• Hand tools
• Masonry saws
• Grout machine
• Floor grinder
• Core drill
• Rented equipment