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Bricklaying & Tile Setting Apprenticeship
Overview
Bricklaying and Tile Setting involves the installation of brick and tile on
both interior and exterior building projects. Tasks often vary in complexity and
can include building and repairing walls, floors, partitions, chimneys,
fireplaces and other similar structures.
Workers often start out as Apprentices, working their way up to full
Journeyman status with the eventual opportunity to become supervisors or
business owners. Journeymen will often specialize in a certain aspect of
the trade and many are self-employed.
Bricklayers and Tile Setters must be dependable, have a strong work ethic
and possess basic skills in math and drawing.
Program Certificate & Degree Options
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