Mason at Manning Masonry, Inc
at Manning Masonry, Inc in Williamston, NC
About This Program
Manning Masonry, Inc. in Williamston, NC offers a registered non-union Mason apprenticeship for those looking to enter the masonry trades through a paid, structured training program. Williamston and the surrounding Martin County area support a range of construction projects, giving apprentices practical work experience in a real-world setting.
The three-year program includes 6,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly with brick, block, stone, and mortar, developing skills in layout, cutting, installation, joint finishing, and scaffold use. Classroom instruction covers jobsite safety, blueprint interpretation, masonry math, and an understanding of the materials and methods used in modern masonry construction.
Graduates earn journey-level mason status upon completing the program, demonstrating the competency to work independently and handle a full range of masonry tasks. A registered apprenticeship credential from a recognized sponsor like Manning Masonry, Inc. is valued by employers throughout North Carolina's construction industry.
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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