Mason at deGruchy Masonry Inc
at deGruchy Masonry Inc in Quakertown, PA
About This Program
deGruchy Masonry Inc sponsors this Mason apprenticeship based in Quakertown, PA. This time-based program offers individuals the opportunity to learn the masonry trade directly from experienced craftspeople in a working construction environment, earning a paycheck from day one.
The program spans three years and provides 6,000 hours of paid on-the-job training combined with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain practical skills in brick, block, and stone laying, mortar preparation and application, concrete finishing, and reading construction plans. Technical coursework covers safety practices, trade mathematics, building codes, and masonry materials.
Upon program completion, apprentices are prepared to work as journey-level masons on a variety of residential and commercial projects throughout the greater Quakertown and Bucks County area. deGruchy Masonry Inc provides a hands-on learning environment with direct mentorship from seasoned professionals, making this a practical pathway into the skilled trades.
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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