Entering the masonry trade in Reading, PA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 1,300 masonry workers in Pennsylvania, with wages averaging around $800 per week. The trade offers a stable career path with moderate growth prospects, and experienced professionals can earn upwards of $100,000 annually.
Join the Team as a Refractory Technician!Job Title: Refractory TechnicianLocation: Reading, PAPay Range: $22/hrShift: 7am- 3:30pm Our client is a leading manufacturer and distributor of refractory products, and we're looking for a skilled Refractory Technician to join their dynamic team. If you have experience in construction, farming, masonry, landscaping, or carpentry, your skills are a perfect match for this role.Responsibilities: Interpret Drawings: Read and interpret refractory lining drawings with precision. Bricklaying: Use brick saws and bricklaying equipment to lay bricks in ladles, furnaces, tundishes, and more. Manual Handling: Handle bricks by hand for extended periods. Repairs: Perform plug changes and repair slide gates. Training: Teach and guide others on proper installation procedures. Installation Methods: Execute various refractory installation methods, including gunite, pouring, ramming, pumping, ceramic fiber, and firebrick installation.Requirements: Education: High school diploma or GED. Licenses: Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Certifications: OSHA 10 and forklift certification (preferred). Skills: Ability to read, understand, and communicate in English. Experience: Proven experience in refractory bricklaying, cell relining, cupola repair, furnace repair, and ladleWhat's in it for me? Weekly Pay Free EducationIf this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! ?brick, masonry, mason, concrete, construction, tools About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:??Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ManpowerGroup? (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands -? Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ?- creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
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