Cement Mason at Plasterers & Cement Masons #692 J.A.T.C.

Plasterers & Cement Masons #692 J.A.T.C. sponsors this cement mason apprenticeship in Merrillville, IN. This employer-sponsored program provides a structured entry point into the cement mason trade through a time-based training model that combines supervised work experience with related technical education. Apprentices are paid throughout the program, enabling them to earn a living while developing a marketable trade skill set.

The program runs for 3 years and includes 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Working on job sites in northwest Indiana, apprentices gain experience in concrete placement, finishing, patching, and working with both hand and power tools under the guidance of experienced cement masons. Classroom coursework covers safety practices, concrete materials, construction math, and industry-standard finishing techniques.

Graduates finish the program as qualified cement masons capable of working across a broad range of construction projects. The Merrillville area has active commercial and infrastructure construction, providing solid employment opportunities for skilled tradespeople in the concrete finishing field.