Mason at Plasterers & Cement Masons OPCM 90
at Plasterers & Cement Masons OPCM 90 in Troy, IL
About This Program
Plasterers & Cement Masons OPCM 90 offers a Mason Apprenticeship in Troy, Illinois, providing a structured pathway for individuals seeking a career in the masonry and cement finishing trades. This employer-sponsored program is non-union and includes paid training throughout the apprenticeship.
The 3-year program includes 6,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced journeymen learning plastering, cement finishing, and masonry techniques while also studying construction safety, materials, trade math, and relevant codes in the classroom.
Completing this apprenticeship leads to journey-level recognition in the masonry trades. Skilled cement masons and plasterers are sought across commercial and residential construction projects, and a registered apprenticeship credential strengthens an individual's standing in the labor market and supports long-term career advancement.
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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