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Bricklayer/ Masonry

Red SealGrowing Fast4-Year Apprenticeship

Bricklayers and masons build walls, facades, fireplaces, and hardscaping โ€” work that's both durable and visible. BC's housing and commercial construction activity keeps demand consistently high.

Your Road To
Certification.

StartDay 1

Find a Sponsor Employer

Masonry contractors and general contractors with masonry divisions hire apprentices. Entry is hands-on from day one.

Yr 1~1500 hrs

1st Year Apprentice

Mortar mixing, brick and block laying, scaffolding, and blueprint basics.

Yr 2~3000 hrs

2nd Year

Arches, corners, fireplaces, and structural masonry.

Yr 3~4500 hrs

3rd Year

Restoration and repair, natural stone, and architectural masonry.

Yr 4~6000 hrs

Certificate of Qualification

Final technical training and CofQ exam. Journeyperson Bricklayer.

RedSeal

Interprovincial Red Seal

National recognition. Masonry contractors operating across provinces value Red Seal tradespeople.

What You'll Make.

$20โ€“24
1st Year
Hourly
$26โ€“32
Mid Apprentice
Hourly
$36โ€“50
Journeyperson
Hourly
$80K+
Annual Salary
BC average
$110K+
Own Business
Restoration and specialty masonry premium

Schools Offering
This Program.

BCIT โ€” BC Institute of Technology
๐Ÿ“ Burnaby, BC
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BAC Union Local 1
๐Ÿ“ Vancouver, BC
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Skilled Trades BC
๐Ÿ“ Province-wide
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Who's Looking
For You.

Heritage Masonry
Restoration Specialist โ€” Metro Vancouver
King Masonry
Commercial & Residential
BAC Local 1
Union โ€” Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers
PCL Construction
Major GC with Masonry Scope

Ready To Start?

Register as an apprentice with Skilled Trades BC and take the first step toward your certification.

Register With Skilled Trades BC โ†’