Bricklayer Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Bricklayer includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Read blueprints or drawings to calculate materials needed
Mix mortar or grout and spread it onto a slab or foundation
Lay bricks, blocks, or stones according to plans
Construct corners with a corner pole or by building a corner pyramid
Ensure that a structure is perfectly vertical and horizontal, using a plumb bob and level
Clean and polish surfaces with hand or power tools
Clean excess mortar with trowels and other hand tools
Fill expansion joints with the appropriate caulking materials
Lay out patterns or foundations using a straightedge
Break or cut bricks, stones, or blocks to their appropriate size

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Bricklayer duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Bricklayer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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