Mason at Mason County Public Utility District #3 Apprenticeship Committee

Mason County Public Utility District No. 3 Apprenticeship Committee in Shelton, WA offers a registered non-union Mason apprenticeship with a focus on masonry skills within a public utility context. This employer-sponsored program provides a structured pathway into the masonry trade, with apprentices earning wages throughout all three years of their training.

The program spans three years and combines 6,000 hours of on-the-job training with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on concrete, block, and masonry construction tasks relevant to utility infrastructure, developing skills in material preparation, installation, tool use, and worksite safety. Technical instruction covers trade mathematics, construction drawings, materials identification, and safety compliance.

Graduates of the program earn journey-level mason credentials recognized across Washington State's construction and utility industries. The experience gained through a utility-district-based apprenticeship provides a distinctive and well-rounded foundation, preparing graduates for career opportunities in public works, infrastructure maintenance, and commercial masonry contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest.