Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship in Ohio

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.

OH Median Salary
$64,030/yr
+5% vs. national
National Median
$60,800/yr
OH Employment
2,890
Bricklayer & Blockmasons employed
OH 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 Ohio: Quick Facts

What apprenticeship means here

A registered bricklayer & blockmason apprenticeship in Ohio 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.

Ohio pay vs. national

Median bricklayer & blockmason wages in Ohio are $64,030/year, +5% above the national median of $60,800. Wages scale with experience — journey-level workers earn substantially more than apprentices.

Where to find programs

Ohio 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 — Ohio-specific outlook can vary from national figures.

Ohio Wage Spread

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

10th pct
$47,590
Median
$64,030
90th pct
$83,030
Middle 50% of workers earn $54,430$79,910

Current Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship Openings in Ohio

No bricklayer & blockmason apprenticeship openings are currently listed on apprenticeship.gov for Ohio. 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 Ohio

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

Organization City County
NORTHERN OHIO ADMIN DISTRICT CO OF BRICKLAYERS Amherst Lorain County
S OHIO & KENTUCKY BRICKLAYERS & ALLIED CRAFTWORKER Batavia Clermont County
CEMENT MASONS JATC, COLUMBUS Cincinnati Fairfield County
CEMENT MASONS JATC, DAYTON Cincinnati Montgomery County
CEMENT MASONS JATC, PORTSMOUTH AREA Cincinnati Lawrence County
CINCINNATI CEMENT MASONS Cincinnati Hamilton County
CEMENT MASONS JATC, CLEVELAND LU 404 Cleveland Cuyahoga County
CEMENT MASONS & PLASTERERS JAC, TOLEDO AREA Toledo Lucas County
CEMENT MASONS JATC, MAHONING, COLUMBIANA, & TRUMBULL Vienna Trumbull County
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Bricklayer & Blockmason Apprenticeship in Ohio

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Bricklayer & Blockmasons make in Ohio?
The median annual wage for Bricklayer & Blockmasons in Ohio is $64,030 as of May 2024. Wages range from $47,590 at the 10th percentile to $83,030 at the 90th percentile.
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.
Should I do a Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeship or go to trade school?
The key difference: apprenticeships pay you during training while trade schools charge tuition. Many employers prefer apprenticeship-trained Bricklayer & Blockmasons, but trade school can give you a head start on the classroom requirements.
Where can I apply for a Bricklayer & Blockmason apprenticeship in Ohio?
Our directory surfaces 9 Bricklayer & Blockmason-related registered sponsors in Ohio. 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 $32,015/yr in Ohio). 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.