Mason at Matthews & Pierce Masonry, Inc.
at Matthews & Pierce Masonry, Inc. in Waldorf, MD
About This Program
Matthews & Pierce Masonry, Inc. sponsors this Mason Apprenticeship in Waldorf, Maryland, offering a paid, employer-led training program for individuals entering the masonry trade in the greater Washington, D.C. metro area. This non-union program provides direct, practical experience with an established local masonry contractor.
The 3-year program includes 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced masons learning bricklaying, block and stone installation, mortar application, and construction safety. Classroom instruction covers trade mathematics, blueprint reading, masonry materials, and relevant building codes to develop well-rounded, job-ready skills.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level masons with a registered apprenticeship credential. The Southern Maryland and D.C. metro region supports strong ongoing demand for skilled construction tradespeople, making this program a solid investment in a durable and rewarding career.
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.
How to Apply
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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