Mason-First Class (1111)

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We are seeking candidates for the position of Mason-First Class (1111) in the B&B/Bridges & Buildings.
OVERALL DESCRIPTION
Lays and binds building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete block, cinder block, glass block, and terra-cotta block, with mortar and other substances to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, sewers, and other structures. Smooths and finishes surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. Aligns forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patches voids; and uses saws to cut expansion joints. Apply interior or exterior plaster, cement, stucco, or similar materials.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Installs brick, terra cotta, terrazzo, tile, and building blocks to construct or repair walls, partitions, floors, arches, and other structures.

Lays brick in horizontal rows or in designs and shapes.

Cuts brick to size with brick hammer when necessary.

Checks vertical and horizontal alignment of structures with plumb bob and level as work progresses.

Lays fire brick inside boxes of boilers and forges. Uses high temperature cement, fire clay, and ganister. Pours and forms ganister insulation around doors and fire walls.

Constructs forms, as well as installs shoring in trenches and metal concrete reinforcements.

Apply interior or exterior plaster, cement, stucco, or similar materials.

Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must have a driver's license or equivalent.
• Must successfully complete masonry qualifications test and performance test as required.
• Must have experience in bricklaying, cement finishing, and wall plastering.

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.
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BENEFITS
SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program for ALL employees, including:

• Medical - Minimal annual premium contribution
  

Benefit plans with No Employee annual premium contribution:

• Prescription
  
• Dental
  

• Vision
  

Additional benefits we offer:

• Pension Plan / Retirement Savings
  

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  

• Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan
  

• Life Insurance
  
• Paid Parental Leave
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
• SEPTA Transportation Pass - FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation
  

• SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
  

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia