Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship in Maine

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.

ME Median Salary
$67,220/yr
+11% vs. national
National Median
$60,800/yr
ME Employment
180
Bricklayer & Blockmasons employed
ME Sponsors
0
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 Maine: Quick Facts

What apprenticeship means here

A registered bricklayer & blockmason apprenticeship in Maine 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.

Maine pay vs. national

Median bricklayer & blockmason wages in Maine are $67,220/year, +11% above the national median of $60,800. Wages scale with experience — journey-level workers earn substantially more than apprentices.

Where to find programs

Maine has 0 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 — Maine-specific outlook can vary from national figures.

Maine Wage Spread

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

10th pct
$38,550
Median
$67,220
90th pct
$74,890
Middle 50% of workers earn $54,730$73,300

Current Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship Openings in Maine

No bricklayer & blockmason apprenticeship openings are currently listed on apprenticeship.gov for Maine. That doesn't mean programs don't exist — smaller regional contractors often aren't included in the national directory. 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 Maine

Our directory doesn't surface Bricklayer & Blockmason-specific registered sponsors in Maine. This usually reflects a smaller regional market where sponsors use generic company names rather than trade-specific branding — it doesn't mean programs don't exist. Direct search on apprenticeship.gov is the most reliable way to find current openings.

Search apprenticeship.gov for current Bricklayer & Blockmason openings

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

Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship in Maine

Our directory doesn't list Bricklayer & Blockmason-specific sponsors in Maine. This typically reflects a smaller regional market where sponsors operate under generic company names rather than trade-specific branding. Nearby states often accept out-of-state apprentices — and apprenticeship.gov can identify current openings by occupation code and ZIP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Bricklayer & Blockmason salary in Maine?
Bricklayer & Blockmasons in Maine earn a median salary of $67,220/yr according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024). This is above the national median of $60,800 for the trade.
How many years does it take to become a Bricklayer & Blockmason through apprenticeship?
Most Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeships run 3 years. Apprentices work under a journeyman while attending classes, typically earning wages from day one with scheduled increases.
Is an apprenticeship better than trade school for Bricklayer & Blockmasons?
An apprenticeship lets you earn while you learn over 3 years with no tuition cost. Trade school is faster (6–24 months) but costs money upfront. Both can lead to the same journeyman credential.
Where can I apply for a Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeship in Maine?
We don't have Bricklayer & Blockmason-identified sponsors listed in Maine, but that doesn't mean programs don't exist — small regional contractors often aren't identifiable by name. Start with apprenticeship.gov's job finder (filter by occupation and ZIP), then contact nearby-state IUEC/IBEW/UA/SMART locals if nothing shows up locally.
How much do Bricklayer & Blockmason apprentices earn?
Yes. Apprentices earn wages from day one, typically starting at 40–60% of the journeyman rate (roughly $33,610/yr in Maine). Wages increase at regular intervals — usually every 6 months — as you progress through the program.

Bricklayer & Blockmason in Other States

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