Stonemason, Pouwhakanao kōhatu
Also known as
- Monumental mason, marble mason, stone wall builder, stone layer, stone cutter, masonry cutter, headstone maker
Stonemasons work with stone to build or repair buildings, fittings, walls and paving, and to create monuments.
Duration
1:33 mins
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$57K to $85K
Most common
$102K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-3 years
Stonemasons
- usually work regular business hours but may work evenings or weekends
- usually work on buildings or in workshops and may travel locally
- may work in noisy and dusty conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be accurate, practical and safety conscious
Tasks
- cut stone and masonry materials
- install stone walls and structures
- use tools like hammers, mallets and chisels
- spread mortar between stone pieces
- align stones into correct positions
- spread concrete for stone foundations
- smooth stone surfaces and edges
- mark cutting lines on stone
- remove extra materials after construction
- follow health and safety rules
Practical
Creative
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need to do an apprenticeship and get a qualification to become a stonemason.
You may need
- to do an apprenticeship in bricklaying and stonemasonry
- a New Zealand Certificate in Stonemasonry (Level 4)
- experience in similar work
- to be an accredited member of the New Zealand Stonemasons Association
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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