6737 Corson Ave. S.
Seattle, WA  98108
Phone: (206)762-9286
Fax: (206)762-0896
Email: concretetraining@msn.com

OFFICIAL APPLICATION ANNOUNCEMENT

This program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career as a cement mason. 

Apprenticeship means professional instruction.  The applications of concrete technology are explored during formal classroom instruction.  First Aid, Safety, Builder’s Level and the latest innovations are all part of the program.   Class work includes substantial hands-on training.  As an apprentice, you will refine your finishing skills under the personal guidance of master craftsmen.

The Western Washington Cement Masons Apprenticeship program is a three year program consisting of 5400 hours of on-the-job training and 504 related classroom training.  The starting hourly wage is 50% of journey level wage.

Qualifications/Requirements

Wages/Benefits
(effective 6/1/09)

On-the-Job Hours ......Apprentice % ........Base Wage .......Total Package
0 .......................................50% .........................$17.88 .................$31.28
900 ...................................60% ..........................$21.45 .................$34.85
1800 .................................70% ..........................$25.03 ................ $38.43
2700 .................................80% ..........................$28.60 .................$42.00
3600 .................................90% ..........................$32.18 .................$45.58
4500 .................................95% ..........................$33.97................. $47.37
5400 ................................ 100% ........................$35.75 .................$49.15

Total Package includes –
$5.78/hr. contribution to Health & Welfare benefits
$6.97/hr. contribution to Pension Fund
$0.65/hr. contribution to Journey & Apprentice Training

Applying

Applications may be requested by mail, phone, email or in person, Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm, and are accepted throughout the year. 

Applicants are invited to participate in our selection procedure twice a year, in March and August.  The selection procedure consists of hands-on testing of skills related to cement masonry, including ability to follow directions and work as a team.  No previous experience is required.

WHEN APPLYING: Be sure to indicate that you saw this information online at UNIONJOBS.COM. Do not just say the Internet.