MASON/BRICKLAYER FOREMAN - Houck : Job Details

Classification:

Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Houck & Company, Inc. Restoration Department Superintendent

Job Description

Summary/Objective

Perform masonry restoration work such as mortar joint tuckpointing, masonry repair/replacement, masonry faade cleaning, joint sealant recaulking and other wall faade repairs. Also includes some traditional masonry construction work such as laying brick, block, precast concrete, and natural stone.

Essential Functions

* All work is to be performed professionally and safely

* Remove deteriorated mortar and install new mortar joints

* Remove and replace deteriorated/damaged masonry such as brick, block, and stone

* Install through-wall flashings at walls, vents, and other surfaces

* Perform faade repairs to help maintain buildings and prevent/stop water infiltration

* Lays and aligns bricks, blocks, or tiles to build or repair structures

* Mixes mortar (sand, cement, lime, etc.) by hand or machine

* Cleans construction site to eliminate possible hazards

* Loads and unloads truck

* Washes and treats wall surfaces using cleaning and water repellent restoration products as specified

* Erects scaffolding and works out of aerial equipment to work above ground level

* Receives instructions from supervisor

* Abides by all OSHA and Houck safety guidelines

* Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

Competencies

* Masonry restoration materials and repair methods

* Building and construction standards and methods

* Understands the correct tools to use and their functions

* Basic mathematical skills

* Public and personnel safety

* Control operations of equipment or systems

* Understanding and able to follow written directions

* Problem identification and solutions of problems

* Judgment and decision making, time management

* Active listening-giving full attention to what people are saying

* Flexibility

* Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

* Communication/People Skills

* Match and detect differences between colors, shades, and texture

Requirements

* Member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local 5 or willing to join

Work Environment

Functions can take place indoors or outdoors, sometimes in high, precarious places with fumes and/or airborne particles. The standard work environment has loud to very loud noise levels associated with various equipment, coworkers, and phone conversations. Often work must be performed in high and/or cramped workspaces and awkward positions. The employee works around hazardous situations, materials, and equipment.

Physical Demands

Physical demands are based on the ability to perform the following actions throughout an 8-10 hour period of work for a 4-7 day work week.

* Exert oneself physically over long periods of time during the workday

* Bend stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and other extremities, climb and/or balance yourself

* Use one's abdominal muscles and lower back to lift continuously over time without fatiguing

* Exert maximum muscle force to lift, pull, or carry objects

* Keep or regain one's body balance or to stay upright

* Lift up to 50-100 pounds on occasion and up to 50 pounds regularly

* Excellent vision skills (with or without correction) are required

* Ability to clearly hear within speech range in an environment with construction noise

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory requirements.

Position Type

Full-Time/Variable Hours

Compensation

Hourly

Required Education and Experience

* High School Diploma or GED

* Comparable Experience ( 5+ Years)

Travel

Frequent daily/local travel. In-state and out-of-state travel required, sometimes for overnight or multiple-day stays. Company does not guarantee transportation.

Other Duties

This job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities, and responsibilities may change at any time.

Houck & Company, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.