Bilingual Bricklayer - Commercial Masonry Specialist

First Choice Construction Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

First Choice Construction Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Bricklayer to perform masonry on commercial projects. You will lay brick, block and stone per blueprints, measure and cut, and ensure safety and quality on site.

This hands-on role requires 2+ years experience, bilingual English/Spanish, and the ability to work with a masons crew on busy sites across DC, MD, Northern VA. OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a bricklayer in commercial or residential construction.
• Demonstrated proficiency laying brick and block with consistent quality.
• Knowledge of various brick bonds (running, common, Flemish, stack).
• Experience mixing and working with various mortar types.
• Basic math skills for measuring and calculating material quantities.

Responsibilities

• Lay brick, concrete block, and stone to build walls, partitions, fireplaces, chimneys, and other masonry structures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout and material requirements.
• Mix mortar to proper consistency and apply to bricks and blocks using trowels.
• Measure distances and mark reference lines on working surfaces using levels, plumb bobs, squares, and laser levels.
• Cut bricks and blocks to size using masonry saws, chisels, and hand tools.
• Install reinforcement materials including rebar, wire mesh, and wall ties as specified.
• Construct corners, leads, and closures with precision and proper bonding patterns.

Skills

Bricklaying

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NCCER Masonry certification (preferred)

Tools

Masonry saws

Levels

Chisels

Trowels

Grinders

Job description

First Choice Construction Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Bricklayer to perform masonry on commercial projects. You will lay brick, block and stone per blueprints, measure and cut, and ensure safety and quality on site.

This hands-on role requires 2+ years experience, bilingual English/Spanish, and the ability to work with a masons crew on busy sites across DC, MD, Northern VA. OSHA 10 certification preferred.