What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mason position at Purdue University?
JOB SUMMARY:
As a Mason, you will:
- Perform concrete finishing, block laying, plastering, building restoration and equipment use.
- Overtime will be required as needed.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Perform setting forms, screed, installation of reinforcing materials, pouring and spreading concrete.
- 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.
- 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
Education & Experience:
Qualified candidates will need:
- High school diploma/GED required.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in masonry, concrete finishing, plastering, block laying or building restoration.
Skills needed:
- 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
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.56 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24
