Mason at JD Long Masonry of Virginia, Inc
at JD Long Masonry of Virginia, Inc in Manassas, VA
About This Program
JD Long Masonry of Virginia, Inc. sponsors this registered non-union Mason apprenticeship based in Manassas, VA. As an employer-sponsored program with a working masonry contractor, apprentices gain direct, practical experience on the job sites where JD Long operates. The program is paid, meaning apprentices earn wages throughout their three years of training.
The apprenticeship consists of 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Working under experienced masons, apprentices develop skills in brick, block, and stone installation; mortar preparation and application; reading construction blueprints; and following safety protocols on active job sites. Technical instruction covers trade math, masonry materials, construction codes, and OSHA safety standards.
Graduates earn journey-level mason status, a credential that opens doors to advanced roles and increased earnings in Virginia's competitive construction market. The Northern Virginia region, including Manassas, supports significant commercial and residential development, creating strong and consistent demand for skilled masonry professionals.
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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