Our Stone Mason job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Stone Mason role
A stone mason is a skilled tradesperson who works with stone, brick, and other masonry materials to construct and repair walls, walkways, and other structures.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a Stone Mason is to create structures, buildings, and other objects out of natural stone and other materials. Stone Masons use a variety of tools and techniques to shape, cut, and fashion stones, bricks, and other materials into desired shapes and sizes. They may construct walls, buildings, steps, patios, fountains, fireplaces, and other objects. Stone Masons also repair and maintain existing structures and surfaces.
Stone Mason Summary
Stone Mason Job Summary:
A Stone Mason is responsible for constructing and repairing buildings, walls, and other structures made of stone. They must have a good understanding of the material, its properties, and how to work with it. Stone Masons must be skilled in cutting, shaping, and laying stones to create durable and aesthetically pleasing structures. They must also be proficient in using mortar, grout, and other materials for joining and finishing the stone. Stone Masons must be knowledgeable of safety and building codes, as well as follow safety regulations on the job. They must also possess good communication and problem-solving skills.
Stone Mason Duties
- Shape and assemble structures using stone, brick and other materials
- Repair and replace existing structures such as walls, walkways and retaining walls
- Read and interpret blueprints to determine size and shape of structures
- Operate masonry tools such as saws, drills, grinders and trowels
- Cut stone according to measurements
- Apply mortar and grout to join stones
- Fill joints with mortar
- Clean and treat surfaces
- Install anchor bolts, steel plates and reinforcing rods
Stone Mason Skills
- Measurement
- Cutting Stones
- Laying Bricks
- Plastering
- Building Walls
Stone Mason Requirements
- Read architectural drawings
- Measure and cut stone
- Layout and assemble stone
- Ensure accuracy of construction
- Install stone and brick
- Repair and maintain existing structures
Personal Traits
- Strong physical stamina
- Good manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints