Mason at Jerry Bennett Masonry
at Jerry Bennett Masonry in Springfield, MO
About This Program
Jerry Bennett Masonry sponsors this non-union Mason Apprenticeship program based in Springfield, MO. The employer-sponsored, time-based program offers paid training for individuals entering the masonry trade, providing structured field experience and technical instruction over the course of a 3-year apprenticeship.
Apprentices complete 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Hands-on training includes laying brick, block, and stone; mixing and applying mortar; reading blueprints and setting layout; and using masonry tools and equipment safely and effectively. Classroom coursework covers trade math, masonry materials and methods, construction drawings, and occupational safety requirements.
Graduates earn journey-level mason status, a credential recognized throughout the construction industry that reflects comprehensive masonry knowledge and skill. Springfield's steady construction activity supports ongoing demand for qualified masons, and completing a registered apprenticeship provides a competitive advantage when pursuing higher-wage work and career advancement opportunities in the 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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