Bricklayer

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7 months ago
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Full Time
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Slovenia
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€12K - €30K gross / year

Overview

Bricklayers are skilled construction workers who specialize in laying bricks, blocks, and other types of masonry to build structures such as walls, buildings, chimneys, and other architectural features. Their work is essential in the construction industry, as they are responsible for creating the foundational structures that form the basis of many buildings and infrastructure projects.


Duties

Construction Site Preparation:

  • Clearing debris and preparing the construction site for masonry work.
  • Setting up scaffolding, ladders, and other support structures.

Reading Blueprints and Plans:

  • Interpreting architectural blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
  • Understanding layout, dimensions, and material requirements.

Mixing Mortar and Laying Bricks:

  • Mixing mortar to the appropriate consistency using cement, sand, and water.
  • Applying mortar and laying bricks or blocks in desired patterns and alignment.

Cutting and Shaping Bricks:

  • Cutting and shaping bricks or blocks to fit around obstacles or openings.
  • Using saws, chisels, and hammers to achieve precise cuts and shapes.

Qualifications:

  • high school diploma or equivalent is typically required.
  • Proven experience working as a bricklayer or mason in the construction industry is essential.
  • Good physical condition and strength are necessary to perform manual labor and lift heavy materials.

Bricklayers' expertise and craftsmanship are fundamental to the construction industry, contributing to the creation of durable, aesthetically pleasing, and structurally sound buildings and infrastructure projects.

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