Mason at Waugh Masonry
at Waugh Masonry in Stony Point, NC
About This Program
WAUGH MASONRY in Stony Point, NC sponsors a registered non-union Mason apprenticeship for individuals who want to learn the masonry trade through structured, paid on-the-job training. Apprentices begin earning wages immediately while working toward a nationally recognized journey-level credential.
The program spans three years, incorporating 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop core masonry skills by working hands-on with brick, block, stone, and concrete masonry units. They learn mortar mixing, layout, cutting, joint finishing, scaffold setup, and safe tool operation. Technical instruction provides grounding in construction safety, reading blueprints, masonry materials, and the mathematical concepts used on the job.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level masons, ready to work independently on a variety of construction projects. Western North Carolina supports a range of residential and commercial construction activity, offering strong opportunities for newly credentialed masons to find steady, long-term employment in the skilled 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.
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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