Mason at Hammer Masonry Corp.
at Hammer Masonry Corp. in Washington, DC
About This Program
Hammer Masonry Corp. in Washington, DC sponsors this registered Mason Apprenticeship, a non-union, employer-based program that provides a structured and paid pathway into the masonry trade for individuals in the DC metropolitan area. Apprentices receive wages throughout the program, allowing them to build financial stability as they develop professional skills.
The program runs for three years and incorporates 6,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices at Hammer Masonry Corp. gain practical experience in bricklaying, concrete block construction, stone work, mortar preparation, and reading construction plans. Technical instruction covers masonry fundamentals, safety regulations, construction calculations, and building codes relevant to Washington, DC projects.
Successful program completers achieve journey-level mason status, equipping them for skilled positions in DC's busy construction market, which includes residential, commercial, institutional, and government projects. The registered apprenticeship credential provides a recognized mark of competency that supports career advancement and employment prospects across the region.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Mason
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in District of Columbia
Masons in District of Columbia are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs.
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