MASON

Our client a multinational organization with offices in several continents is urgently looking to fill vacancies for their operation at Diego Garcia, Indian Ocean Highland.

POSITION TITLE: MASON

DEPARTMENT: Planning – IDIQ (SEHP)

POSITION REPORT TO: Foreman, Carpenter

OVERVIEW:

Lays building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete/cinder, glass, gypsum, and terra cotta block to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, sewers, and other structures.

DESCRIPTION OF JOB TASK AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reports to and receives assignments, instructions, and direction from the Foreman.
• Reads and interprets instructions and documentation and plans work activities.
• Measures distance from reference points and marks guidelines on working surface to lay out work.
• Spreads soft bed (layer) of mortar that serves as base and binder for block, using the trowel.
• Applies mortar to the end of the block and position the block in the mortar bed.
• Taps block with the trowel to level, align, and embed in mortar, allowing the specified thickness of the joint.
• Removes excess mortar from the face of the block, using the trowel.
• Finishes mortar between brick/block with a pointing tool or trowel.
• Breaks bricks/blocks to fit spaces too small for whole brick/block, using the edge of a trowel or brick hammer.
• Determines vertical and horizontal alignment of courses, using plumb bob, gauge line, and level.
• Fastens brick or terra cotta veneer to the face of structures, with tie wires embedded in mortar between bricks, or in anchor holes in veneer brick.
• May weld metal parts to steel structural members.
• May apply plaster to walls and ceiling, using the trowel, to complete repair work.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to get along with customers, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Pours in place and finishes concrete according to industry standards and approved AHA.
• Sets, mortars, and grouts various types of tiles.
• Moves materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work site.
• Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various clean-up/housekeeping activities.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, sanitary, healthy, presentable, and professional atmosphere, free of dust, clutter, and trash in all working facilities and areas.
• Responsible for proper utilization and safeguarding of all government and contractor-provided property (e.g., including government facilities, equipment, and tools).
• Responsible for the precise execution of Company time reporting procedures and accurate completion of timesheets.
• Responsible to perform all assigned duties as safely and efficiently as possible to maintain a safe work environment.
• Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Performs other duties and activities as directed.

BASIC JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• General knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the masonry trade.
• Must have an excellent understanding of all safety directives and policies regarding the maintenance of masonry equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material, and follow engineering drawings, specifications, and instructions.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, diagnose and resolve problems, and use hand and power tools.
• Able and willing to work periods of long hours to meet mission and project requirements.
• Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, bending, standing, climbing, or walking.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft programs such as Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Must speak, read, and understand the English Language.
• Must pass overseas medical screening and be in good health.
• Must have a valid Professional Driver’s License

JOB SPECIFICATIONS: SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS OR TRAINING:

• Any masonry certification/s is highly desired.

EDUCATION:

• Must be at least High School, Vocational or Technical course Graduate.

EXPERIENCE:

• Must have at least three (3) years of experience in the masonry field and formwork/concrete construction labor work experience.

Basic terms of the job offer.

• Assignment Duration: 12 months. Renewal subject to performance and project status.
• Base Monthly Salary: 48 hours per week minimum work requirement: $510.00 (based on 48 hr. work week requirement)
• Working schedule: 48 hours per week (8 hours per day/6 days a week)
• Payroll period: Monthly. Amount give take home.
• Overtime: Work more than 8 hours per day or work performed on a rest day and/or holiday,

will be paid as overtime at the base salary rate.

• Accommodations: Housing, transportation, meals in-country, and laundry facilities are provided
• Sick Leave: Employee will accrue 2.67 hours of sick leave for each full month of service, beginning with the completion of the first full month of Foreign Service employment.
• Annual leave Up to 21 days paid at the end of each 12-month contract.
• Travel will be provided by the employer to the employee’s home country.
• Project Holidays: 10 paid holidays. New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday, President’s Day, Philippine Independence Day, USA Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

 

Other requirements

• Your Passport must be valid for at least 12 months, with at least 6 total blank visa pages remaining.
• Your driver’s license must be valid for at least 6 months (unless processing for a CDL-required position, which will require 12 months remaining).
• Updated covid vaccination certificate
• Medical exam report at a date to be advised.

 

Interested candidates should apply for the job ONLINE via the form below. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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