Mason Plasterer (NBOE

Mason Plasterer – Office of Facilities Management Project Control

ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT

This position is within the Office of Facilities Management – Project Control, pending funding and Board approval.

Job Definition

Under direction, performs general masonry work in maintenance and construction of block, stone, and brick structures; constructs and repairs concrete structures; works with machine and hand tools; may prepare or work from sketches, plans, and specifications in accord with building code or accepted trade practices; leads helpers and assigns suitable tasks; performs related duties as required.

Qualifications and Requirements (Civil Service Commission)

• High School diploma, vocational school completion, or approved High School Equivalent Certificate.
• Three years of experience in masonry involving brick, stone, and concrete work.
• Three years of experience in plastering.
• Driver’s license valid in New Jersey if vehicle operation is necessary for essential duties.

Basic Functions and Responsibilities

• Construct block, stone, and brick walls, manholes, chimneys, columns, partitions, and other structures.
• Erect or supervise scaffolding and ramps; finish joints.
• Build or lay concrete structures such as sidewalks, porches, stairs, and floors.
• Point brick or stone structures; patch plaster or stucco walls and ceilings; repair cracked or broken concrete.
• Use trowels, joiners, edgers, chisels, levels, plumb bobs, vibrators, and concrete mixers.
• Mix cement, mortar, lime, and lime mortar.
• Slake lime and temper mortar.
• Prepare from sketches, plans, and specifications as approved.
• Make time and material estimates.
• Inspect work in progress and completed work.
• Assign tasks to helpers.
• Maintain required records.
• Learn to use electronic or manual recording systems as needed.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of masonry problems, standard tools, materials, practices, hazards, and safety precautions.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to take safety precautions when performing tasks.
• Ability to manage equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Ability to assign duties and maintain records.
• Ability to use electronic or manual recording systems.
• English proficiency;
  American Sign Language or Braille may also be acceptable.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if essential functions can be performed with reasonable accommodations.

Reports To

Department Head

Salary, Employment Period, and Union Affiliation

• Salary: $106,923
• Employment Period:
  Twelve (12) Months
• Union Affiliation:
  Building Trades Council

Benefits

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full‑time staff, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, wellness, voluntary benefits, paid personal and sick days, and vacation days for 12‑month employees. For details, visit

Application Information

Newark Board of Education accepts electronic applications only.

Opening and Closing Dates

Opening Date:
February 19, 2025
Closing Date:
February 28, 2025 or until filled

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