Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship in Florida

Wages, programs & career outlook

Bricklayers and blockmasons build walls, walkways, chimneys, and other structures out of brick, concrete block, stone, and tile. The work is outdoors, physical, and precise — mortar joints, level courses, and load-bearing layouts all matter.

FL Median Salary
$49,980/yr
-18% vs. national
National Median
$60,800/yr
FL Employment
3,640
Bricklayer & Blockmasons employed
FL Sponsors
9
Registered programs
Training Term
3.0 yrs
Time-Based
Job Growth
3.2%
2024–2034 projected
Annual Openings
5,600
Nationally, per yr

Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship in Florida: Quick Facts

What apprenticeship means here

A registered bricklayer & blockmason apprenticeship in Florida combines paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Programs typically run 3.0 years and follow a time-based structure. You earn wages from day one — apprentices are employees, not students.

Florida pay vs. national

Median bricklayer & blockmason wages in Florida are $49,980/year, -18% below the national median of $60,800. Wages scale with experience — journey-level workers earn substantially more than apprentices.

Where to find programs

Florida has 9 registered apprenticeship sponsors for bricklayer & blockmason listed in the U.S. Department of Labor's apprenticeship.gov directory. The sponsor list further down includes joint labor-management programs (JATCs), individual employers, and contractor associations.

Job-market outlook

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 3.2% job growth for bricklayer & blockmasons nationally between 2024 and 2034, with approximately 5,600 annual openings each year (replacement plus growth combined). Apprenticeship demand tends to track local construction and infrastructure spending — Florida-specific outlook can vary from national figures.

Florida Wage Spread

Annual wages for Bricklayer & Blockmasons in Florida across all experience levels.

10th pct
$35,470
Median
$49,980
90th pct
$73,940
Middle 50% of workers earn $40,000$61,510

Current Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship Openings in Florida

No bricklayer & blockmason apprenticeship openings are currently listed on apprenticeship.gov for Florida. The sponsors listed below accept applications on a rolling basis — contact them directly. Consider setting up an alert on apprenticeship.gov to be notified when new listings are posted.

Listings aggregated from apprenticeship.gov (US Dept. of Labor). Data refreshed daily.

Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship Sponsors in Florida

9 bricklayer & blockmason-related registered sponsors identified in the DOL ApprenticeshipUSA directory for Florida. Directory lists sponsor names only — contact each organization directly to confirm current bricklayer & blockmason apprenticeship openings.

Organization City County
Militello Concrete Corp Apprenticeship Program Daytona Beach Volusia County
D R Masonry Incorporated Deltona
SW FLORIDA CHAPTER MASONRY ASSOCIATION OF FLORIDA INC., GNJ Naples Collier County
Gideon Masonry LLC Ocala
MASONRY ASSOCIATION OF FLORIDA, INC. GNJ Orlando Orange County
Masonry Association of Florida North Central Apprenticeship Program GNJ Orlando Marion County
MANASOTA MASONRY APPRENTICESHIP GNJ Sarasota Sarasota County
Masonry, Inc Registered Apprenticeship Tallahassee Leon County
Masonry Contractors Association of FL, GNJ (Gulf Coast Area) Valrico Hillsborough County
Search apprenticeship.gov for current Bricklayer & Blockmason openings

Filter by occupation code 47-2021 and state FL for the most relevant results.

Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship in Florida

With 9 trade-specific sponsors in our directory, Florida's Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeship landscape is limited. Candidates should also consider nearby states or contact national union offices for referrals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Bricklayer & Blockmason salary in Florida?
The BLS reports a median wage of $49,980/yr for Bricklayer & Blockmasons in Florida (May 2024 data). Experience, union membership, and specialization all affect where you fall in the range.
How long is a Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeship?
The standard Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeship is 3 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom education. Some programs offer accelerated paths for candidates with prior experience.
Should I do a Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeship or go to trade school?
Apprenticeships offer paid training with no tuition, while trade school requires upfront costs but may be shorter. Many Bricklayer & Blockmasons combine both — starting with trade school basics before entering an apprenticeship.
Where can I apply for a Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeship in Florida?
Our directory surfaces 9 Bricklayer & Blockmason-related registered sponsors in Florida. Start with your local trade union hall, joint apprenticeship committee (JAC), or state apprenticeship agency. You can also search apprenticeship.gov by occupation and ZIP.
How much do Bricklayer & Blockmason apprentices earn?
Yes. Apprentices earn wages from day one, typically starting at 40–60% of the journeyman rate (roughly $24,990/yr in Florida). Wages increase at regular intervals — usually every 6 months — as you progress through the program.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.