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Bricklayers construct and repair structures made of brick, block, and stone, including walls, floors, and decorative elements. They specialize in laying bricks with precision, ensuring durability and aesthetic quality in both residential and commercial buildings. Their craftsmanship is essential for creating and maintaining strong, visually appealing structures.
APPLICATION INFO.Length of Apprenticeship:
4 Years
Eligible For Ivy Tech Associates Degree
Bricklayers Apprenticeship & Training Program (Local 4)
940 North Broad Street
Griffith, IN 46319
Phone: 219-525-4443
What You’ll Do on the Jobsite:
- As a Bricklayer, you will construct the walls, floors, and foundations of buildings, using bricks, blocks, and stones to create sturdy, durable structures that form the backbone of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
- You will craft decorative elements like arches, columns, and facades, adding aesthetic value to buildings with precise and intricate brickwork.
- You will repair and restore historic buildings, carefully replacing or reinforcing old brickwork to preserve the integrity and appearance of iconic structures.
- You will perform maintenance tasks such as repointing, where they remove and replace old or damaged mortar between bricks, extending the life of masonry structures.
- You can specialize in refractory bricklaying for high-temperature applications in steel mills, power plants, refineries, and other industrial facilities.
What You’ll Learn in the Apprenticeship Program:
- As a Bricklayer Apprentice, you will learn the fundamental techniques of laying bricks and blocks, including proper alignment, spacing, and mortar application to create strong and aesthetically pleasing structures.
- You will gain skills in reading construction drawings, along with estimating the quantity of materials needed for a project, ensuring efficient and accurate work.
- You will receive hands-on training in using a variety of masonry tools, such as trowels, levels, and masonry saws, to develop the skills necessary for precise bricklaying.
- You will learn about local building codes and safety regulations, ensuring that all work meets legal standards and is performed in a safe manner.
- You will explore specialized masonry techniques, including the creation of arches, columns, and decorative facades, adding aesthetic value to your skill set.
A career as a Bricklayer offers strong demand for skilled craftsmanship in both new construction and restoration projects. It provides a stable, hands-on profession with opportunities to work on a variety of projects, from commercial buildings to large industrial structures.
Application INFO.