Mason

Mix mortar or grout and spread it onto a slab or foundation Lay bricks, blocks, or stones according to plans Read blueprints or drawings to calculate materials needed Construct corners with a corner pole or by building a corner pyramid Ensure that a structure is perfectly vertical and horizontal, using a plumb bob and level Clean and polish surfaces with hand or power tools Lay out patterns or foundations using a straightedge Break or cut bricks, stones, or blocks to their appropriate size Clean excess mortar with trowels and other hand tools Fill expansion joints with the appropriate caulking materials