Mason
Build durable structures from brick, stone, and concrete block
About the profession
Masons build and repair structures using brick, stone, concrete block, and other masonry materials. They lay foundations, construct walls, install fireplaces, and restore historic buildings. The trade combines physical skill with artistic craftsmanship, and skilled masons are in demand for both new construction and restoration projects.
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Based on the Mason role, here are the RIASEC personality types that tend to thrive in this career. While these alignments are common, individual success depends on motivation, skill development, and finding the right work environment.
Enterprising
Leading, persuading, business
Social
Helping, teaching, working with people
Conventional
Organizing, detail-oriented, structured
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Career Path
Your career progression roadmap with salary growth at each level
Career Ladder
Apprentice Mason → Journeyman Mason → Master Mason → Masonry Foreman → Masonry Contractor
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Salary Growth
5
Levels
$120K
Top Salary
Learning Path
Skills you need to develop and courses to get there
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Go to Career PathCareer levels
Base: $30,000 - $36,000/year Base: $38,000 - $48,000/year Base: $48,000 - $60,000/year Base: $60,000 - $78,000/year Base: $78,000 - $120,000/year
Skills used in this career
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Learning Path 0 → Junior
Step-by-step plan from zero to first job
Enroll in masonry apprenticeship (3-4 years) Learn brick, block, and stone laying techniques Develop understanding of mortar mixing and structural principles Complete journeyman…
Market 2026–2030
Trends, AI impact, prospects
Growth Rate: Below average through 2030 Remote Trend: Primarily on-site Top Industries: Construction, restoration, landscaping Geographic Hotspots: Areas with masonry building…
💰 Salary Range
BLS OEWS, May 2023Half of U.S. workers in this occupation earn more than this, half earn less.
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