Mason at Hartman Masonry
at Hartman Masonry in Council Grove, KS
About This Program
Hartman Masonry sponsors this Mason Apprenticeship in Council Grove, Kansas, providing a structured, paid training program for individuals entering the masonry trade. This non-union, employer-sponsored program is well-suited for those in the Flint Hills region looking to build a lasting career in the construction industry.
The program spans 3 years and includes 6,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work under experienced masons and develop skills in bricklaying, block and stone work, mortar mixing, and site safety. Classroom instruction covers trade mathematics, construction codes, material properties, and blueprint reading to prepare apprentices for the full scope of masonry work.
Graduates become journey-level masons with a registered apprenticeship credential. In a region with steady demand for skilled construction trades, completing a formal program with Hartman Masonry provides a strong foundation for long-term employment and career advancement.
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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