How to hire a masonry contractor

How to hire a masonry contractor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step masonry contractor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a masonry contractor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new masonry contractor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a masonry contractor, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   No

   A masonry contractor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, masonry contractors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of masonry contractors.

   Type of Masonry Contractor	Description	Hourly rate
   Masonry Contractor		$10-28
   Crew Leader	Crew leaders are restaurant workers who act as the team leader of the restaurant's crew. They are usually tenured employees with leadership skills who are respected by the team... Show more	$12-24
   Project Supervisor	A project supervisor is someone employed in industries like engineering, construction, manufacturing, as well as design and marketing industries to coordinate all aspects of a project. Common duties include participating in project planning, acting as a communication liaison, coordinating labor needs, and training employees... Show more	$13-46

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Payroll
   • Retaining Walls
   • RAN

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage payroll and laid all types of masonry materials.
   • Observe well conditions and reactions at all times while managing daily tasks for a six man oil rig crew.
   • Gain hands-on experience establishing bottom hole assembly (BHA) while adhering strictly to safety regulations.
   • Adhere to recipients delivery according to specific specifications, delivery windows, and other logistical needs.
   • Insure and install quality drywall for residential homes and commercial construction in Pensacola, Florida and surrounding areas.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your masonry contractor job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A masonry contractor salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, masonry contractors' average salary in mississippi is 59% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level masonry contractors earn 63% less than senior-level masonry contractors.
   • Certifications. A masonry contractor with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a masonry contractor's salary.

   Average masonry contractor salary

   $36,650yearly

   $17.62 hourly rate

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   Entry-level masonry contractor salary

   $22,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 28, 2025

4. Writing a masonry contractor job description

   A good masonry contractor job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a masonry contractor job description:

   Masonry contractor job description example

   Looking for an opportunity where success comes naturally? Then you may have found your crew. We're looking for a Masonry Laborer to join our team.
   You'd be responsible for:
   Cutting materials to specified sizes for installation, using power saws or tile cutters. / Corte los materiales a los tamaños especificados para la instalación, utilizando sierras mecánicas o cortadores de azulejos. Construction of scaffolding or other installation structures. / Construcción de andamios u otras estructuras de instalación. Selecting or locating and supplying materials to masons for installation and construction, following drawings or numbered sequences. / Seleccionar o localizar y suministrar materiales a los albañiles para su instalación y construcción, siguiendo dibujos o secuencias numeradas. Mixing mortar, plaster, and grout, manually or using machines, according to standard formulas. / Mezcle mortero, yeso y lechada, manualmente o United Statesndo máquinas, de acuerdo con las fórmulas estándar. Applying grout between joints of bricks or tiles, using grouting trowels. / Aplique lechada entre las juntas de ladrillos o baldosas, utilizando paletas de rejuntado. Correcting surface imperfections or fill chipped, cracked or broken bricks or tiles, using fillers, adhesives, and grouting materials. / Corrija las imperfecciones de la superficie o rellene ladrillos o baldosas astilladas, agrietadas o rotas, utilizando materiales de relleno, adhesivos y rejuntado. Providing assistance in the preparation, construction, installation, repair, and/or rebuilding of tile, brick, or stone surfaces. / Proporcionar asistencia en la preparación, construcción, instalación, reparación y / o reconstrucción de superficies de baldosas, ladrillos o piedras. Cleaning installation surfaces, equipment, tools, work sites, and storage areas, using water, chemical solutions, oxygen lances, or polishing machines. / Limpie las superficies de instalación, el equipo, las herramientas, los sitios de trabajo y las áreas de almacenamiento, utilizando agua, soluciones químicas, lanzas de oxígeno o máquinas pulidoras.
   You might be a good fit if you have:
   Ability to work in extreme conditions - temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit / Habilidad de trabajar en condiciones extremas: las temperaturas pueden superar los 100 grados Fahrenheit Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time / Habilidad de trabajar bajo luz solar directa durante largos periodos de tiempo Ability to load/unload trailer (up to 50 lbs.) / Habilidad de cargar / descargar el remolque (hasta 50 lbs.) Work 8+ hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (some overtime/weekend work required) / Trabajar 8 horas o mas al dia con descansos, 5 dias a la semana (se requiere algún trabajo de horas extra / fin de semana) Minimum of 1 year experience working with commercial construction / Mínimo de 1 años de experiencia trabajando con sistemas comerciales de construcción Ability to work & multi-task in a fast paced environment / Capacidad para trabajar y realizar múltiples tareas en un entorno de ritmo rápido Strong work ethics / Fuerte ética de trabajo
   And while not mandatory, it would be great if you also have:
   Bilingual (Spanish) a plus / Bilingüe (español) preferido
   Here's what to know about working here:
   
   At BrightView, we're a tight-knit crew who are as passionate about caring for our clients as we are about each other. Though we're the nation's leading landscape company, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment that makes our team members feel at home.
   
   If you're looking to join a crew of talented go-getters who tackle big vision projects other companies could only dream of, you might just have found your match. With our range of services, including landscape design, development, maintenance and enhancements, there's no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.
   
   In addition to industry-leading development opportunities, you'll also have benefits and perks like:
   Competitive salary Paid time off Medical, dental, and vision insurance
   Think you've found your crew?
   
   BrightView is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find masonry contractors for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your masonry contractor job on Zippia to find and recruit masonry contractor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with masonry contractor candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new masonry contractor

   Once you've decided on a perfect masonry contractor candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new masonry contractor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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