Req Id: 35372 Job Title: Mason City: West Lafayette About Us: Operations and Maintenance is responsible for the maintenance and stewardship of university features and facilities and consists of Central Shops, Teams and Zones Maintenance. JOB SUMMARY: As a Mason, you will: • Perform concrete finishing, block laying, plastering, building restoration and equipment use. • Overtime will be required as needed. What You'll Be Doing: • Perform setting forms, screed, installation of reinforcing materials, pouring and spreading concrete. • Perform mixing, spreading mortar, positioning (block, brick, ceramic and/or quarry tile) removing excess mortar, sawing blocks, bricks, etc. to construct or repair for block laying jobs. • Perform cleaning, leveling, scarifying surfaces for bonding of plaster, installation of metal lathe and screeds, mixing and application of plaster on walls/ceilings and proper match with existing surface What We're Looking For: Education & Experience: Qualified candidates will need: • High school diploma/GED required. • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in masonry, concrete finishing, plastering, block laying or building restoration. Skills needed: • Strong oral and written communication skills required. • Mathematical calculation skills necessary. • Computer skills/familiarity with word processor and spreadsheets required. • Able to utilize electronic procurement system. • Ability to lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. or more occasionally required. • Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolds and work from height up to 100 feet. • Ability to work under a variety of conditions, such as confined space (tunnels, pits), heights and hot/cold conditions. • Required to work outdoors 30% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees. • Valid driver's License required Career Stream • Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 2 • Job Code: 20002832 • Pay Band: S045 • Staff Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/paytimepractices/comppay/index.php What We'd Like You to Know: • To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position • A background check will be required for employment in this position • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan Purdue University is an EO/EA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply FLSA Status Non-Exempt Posting Start Date: 1/3/25
See More Details >>Entering the masonry trade in West Lafayette, IN typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines 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. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 masonry workers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $53,010, translating to approximately $1,019.42 per week. In West Lafayette, apprentices earn an average of $144.09 per week, with an annual overtime average of $1,019.42. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $85,630 annually for experienced professionals.
