Mason at Plasterers & Cement Masons JATC, Akron Lu 109
at Plasterers & Cement Masons JATC, Akron Lu 109 in Norton, OH
About This Program
Plasterers & Cement Masons JATC Akron Local Union 109, based in Norton, OH, sponsors this union Mason apprenticeship through a Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee serving the greater Akron area. The JATC structure gives apprentices access to union employer networks, scheduled wage increases, and industry-recognized training throughout their apprenticeship.
The 3-year program includes 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in concrete finishing, plastering, mortar preparation, surface troweling, layout, and construction safety. Classroom instruction covers cement and plaster materials, construction mathematics, blueprint reading, and trade safety standards, providing a comprehensive technical foundation alongside the hands-on field work.
Graduates of the program earn journey-level union status as cement masons and plasterers, qualifying them to work independently on a wide variety of commercial, industrial, and residential construction projects. The Akron-Canton region provides diverse construction opportunities, and union journeyman credentials offer access to benefits and stable long-term employment in the building 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.
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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
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