Cement Masons
Organization
The International Association of Operative Plasters and Cement Masons
was founded in 1864 and represents one of the world's oldest and
most noble crafts. The mission and purpose of Local #633 is to provide
contractors with the best qualified journeymen, providing professional
quality service.
Nature of Trade
The principal work of Cement Masons is finishing the exposed concrete
surfaces on many types of construction projects. These projects
range from small jobs, such as the finishing to patios, floors,
and sidewalks, to work on huge dams, miles of concrete highways,
foundations and walls of large buildings, airport runways, etc.
Duties of a Cement Mason include:
- Screening, floating and troweling of cement surfaces;
- Work on concrete Construction (buildings, sidewalks, highways,
etc.);
- Laying, spreading and finishing of concrete;
- Setting curb forms, expansion strips in build., sidewalks &
driveways;
- Sawing and scoring all concrete;
- Operation of machinery (floats, troweling mach., cement guns,
etc.)
Formal Training
The local apprenticeship program seeks to guarantee that all members
within its jurisdiction are properly trained and that they uphold
the standards of the craft throughout their profession. Cement Masons
participate in a three-year Apprentice Training Program where they
learn all phases of concrete construction. The apprenticeship includes
6,000 hours of on-the-job training, with classes as required.
Cement Masons and Plasterers Local #633
Contact: Mike Krahn
1865 23 St NW
Rochester, MN
507-250-0221
Fax 507-282-3329
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