Cement Mason at Cement Masons LU 592
at Cement Masons LU 592 in Philadelphia, PA
About This Program
Cement Masons LU 592 sponsors this employer-based cement mason apprenticeship program located in Philadelphia, PA. Drawing on the resources and experience of Local Union 592, this program offers a structured pathway into the cement masonry trade for those ready to start a construction career in the Philadelphia area.
The three-year program includes 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop hands-on skills in concrete placement, finishing, screeding, and surface repair while working alongside experienced masons on actual job sites. Technical instruction covers safety practices, construction mathematics, blueprint reading, and proper use of trade tools. Apprentices receive wages throughout the training period.
Upon completing the program, graduates are prepared to work as skilled cement masons on a wide variety of construction projects across the Philadelphia region. The employer-sponsored format ensures training reflects the real-world demands of local contractors and construction firms.
Wage & Training
OJT Hours
6,000
RTI Hours
432
Duration
3 years
What to Expect as a Cement Mason Apprentice
Duration
3 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (6,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
432 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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