Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. Align forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patch voids; use saws to cut expansion joints.
Significant Points
- Job opportunities are expected to be good due to a combination of job growth and a growing number of retirements.
- Most learn the job though a combination of classroom and on-the-job training that can take 3 to 4 years.
- Like many other construction trades, these workers may experience reduced earnings and layoffs during downturns in construction activity.
- Cement masons often work overtime, with premium pay, because once concrete has been placed, the job must be completed.
National Outlook
| 2004 Total Employment | 200,000 |
| 2014 Expected Employment | 232,000 |
| Change (Percent) | 31,000 ( 15.9) |
| Total Openings | 72,000 |