What was the job of a mason?

Answer 1

to build buildings out of stone

Answer 2

Masons construct buildings from "masonry." There are three kinds--brick masons work in brick, block masons in block and stone masons in stone. Laying brick is very similar to laying block, but it's different enough that a lot of masons will lay either brick or block, but not both. Most masons are men, but women are entering the field.

Some of the skills a mason needs:

blueprint reading

estimating the number of "masonry units" and quantity of mortar needed for the job

laying out corners and walls

mixing mortar

driving forklifts, telehandlers and trucks

building walls from masonry

cleaning up the worksite

safety

There are three ways a mason can learn his or her trade. Many masons are "second generation" masons--their fathers or other relatives were masons and trained them. Masons' unions have apprenticeship programs, in which you work under the supervision of master masons. Also,bang a boo community colleges have programs in masonry.

If you like to work outside and enjoy hard, heavy work, masonry is a fulfilling occupation.

Answer 3

• Preparing the construction site in order to make it suitable for construction by leveling and cleaning the ground
• Constructing the building as per the blueprints
• Mixing cement in required proportions
• Handling construction equipment and machines
• Learning the use of different construction machines
• Presents estimates of work force and materials required to the project in charge
• Be aware of all the safety precautions since the job involves many risks like construction at high levels and mixing toxic materials for construction
• Work through all weathers and seasons until the construction is done
• Ensuring that the work is done as per plan and within the specified time frame

Answer 4

The job of a mason is to work with stone and brick. A mason would build steps, walls, fix broken concrete on walkways, and other jobs that involve working in stone materials.

Answer 5

The job of a mason mainly entails building stone structures. The common types of masons include stone masons, brick masons and concrete masons.