Mason

MasonApply NowHow to ApplyA cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.Who We AreUtilities is a division of Facilities and Operations, made up of 135 dedicated employees responsible for providing utilities services for the university 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Services include campus-wide utilities purchasing, generation, and distribution, as well as metering and billing energy consumption for all university buildings. Distribution includes the operations and maintenance of 300 miles of underground utility systems from outdoor lighting and high voltage circuits to water mains to tunnel piping. The division also provides a wide range of engineering services primarily dedicated to energy management, the operations and maintenance of university facilities, and the utilities infrastructure.Why Work at Michigan?Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care — that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.Responsibilities

Cut and lay brick, stone, tile, block and refractory materials in rows, in various designs and shapes, to build structures, including walls, floors, ladles, chimneys, flues and furnaces.

Spread mortar, position and align each unit of structural material.

Check alignment of installation or repair, using plumb bob, level, and laser level.

Check elevation of new and existing installations.

Set and grout wall or floor tile, finish cement, perform stonework and tuck-pointing.

Install and repair concrete light pole bases.

Coordinate and direct the work of construction laborers.

Participate in the mixing, pouring, troweling and curing of cement, mortar or plaster.

Work safely in underground excavations.

Apply cement plaster.

Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications, including elevation.

Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended.

Clean marble or stone surfaces using acids.

Cut holes into various types of masonry.

Cut openings into various types of masonry.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Five (5) years of commercial masonry experience.

Considerable knowledge of the equipment, methods and materials involved in mason work. Including horizontal and vertical surfaces.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and diagrams, and interpret elevations.

Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding and aerial lifts.

Reasonable physical strength and dexterity.

Reasonable recent experience in the fabrication and repair of brick, tile and cement structures.

Skill in the layout and placement of masonry.

Experience repairing and replacing storm drains, catch basins and manholes.

Ability to perform finish cement and mortar work.

Experience replacing curb and gutter.

Experience installing and repairing concrete light pole foundations.

Experience in underground excavated work sites.

Experience in coring and cutting all types of masonry.

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Experience operating skid ladders, forklifts and similar equipment.

Ability to wear a respirator or fresh air hood.

Act in accordance with the Facilities and Operations' guiding principles: collaboration, respect, proactive, solutions-based, and responsibility to the environment.

Desired Qualifications

Two (2) years of commercial masonry layout and installation experience.

Two (2) years of commercial flatwork experience.

Two (2) years of masonry and flatwork demolition experience.

Two (2) years of cutting, coring and boring experience.

Two (2) years of commercial estimating experience; time and materials for masonry projects.

Experience and certification in the operation of all aerial lifts (scissor life, JLG’s etc.)

Willingness to work overtime if required or be called back to work after hours for emergencies.

Two (2) years of experience working with an automated work order system.

Experience working with GIS.

Additional InformationThis position works a day shift from 6:00am-2:15pm, Monday through Friday.Facilities and Operations (F&O) seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning.F&O is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive.Union AffiliationThis position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.Background ScreeningThe University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.U-M EEO/AA StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Job DetailJob Opening ID252889Working TitleMasonJob TitleMASONWork LocationAnn Arbor CampusAnn Arbor, MIModes of WorkOnsiteFull/Part TimeFull-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularFLSA StatusNonexemptOrganizational GroupUtilitiesDepartmentLabor Services - UtilitiesPosting Begin/End Date8/09/2024 - 8/23/2024Salary$99,132.80 - $100,172.80Career InterestTrades (Trades Union)Apply Now