Mason at Colonial Masonry Systems LLC
at Colonial Masonry Systems LLC in St. Louis, MO
About This Program
Colonial Masonry Systems LLC sponsors this non-union Mason Apprenticeship program based in St. Louis, MO. The employer-sponsored, time-based program provides paid training for individuals entering the masonry trade, with apprentices developing practical skills on real construction projects throughout the St. Louis metro area.
Over 3 years, apprentices complete 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Field training covers brick, block, and stone installation; mortar preparation and application; blueprint reading and site layout; and the safe and proper use of masonry tools and equipment. Technical coursework addresses masonry fundamentals, trade mathematics, construction drawings, and occupational safety.
Upon completing the apprenticeship, graduates earn journey-level mason status, a nationally recognized credential that demonstrates professional competency in the trade. St. Louis supports a diverse and active construction market, and skilled masons with completed apprenticeship credentials are positioned to take on more complex projects and pursue long-term advancement in the industry.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$24
OJT Hours
6,000
RTI Hours
432
Duration
3 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
Mason Career Outlook
National Median
$24.19/hr
~$50,315.2/yr
Apprentice Start
$15/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Mason employment is projected to grow moderately, supported by commercial construction and infrastructure investment. Demand is strongest in regions with active building and renovation markets. Retirements in the existing workforce are creating additional openings. Masons with restoration skills or concrete finishing certifications have the best prospects.
What to Expect as a 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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