bout the Role
Holman Masonry is looking for skilled Masons and Bricklayers who take elite pride in their trowel work. We aren't looking for someone to just "slap mud"; we are looking for craftsmen who understand bond patterns, structural integrity, and the aesthetic beauty of high-end masonry.
As a Mason at Holman, you will work on a diverse range of projectsโfrom intricate "English Bond" brickwork on historic Virginia estates to large-scale commercial CMU (block) projects. You will be supported by a dedicated team of laborers and guided by a family-owned company that has been the gold standard in Farmville since 1996.
Key Responsibilities
- Expert Laying: Laying stone, brick, and concrete block (CMU) with precision, ensuring level, plumb, and square results every time.
- Material Versatility: Working with various materials including natural stone, cultured stone, glass block, and terracotta.
- Blueprint Interpretation: Reading and following technical sketches and blueprints to ensure the design is executed exactly as planned.
- Joint Finishing: Ensuring all mortar joints are finished (struck) cleanly and consistently according to project specifications.
- Mentorship: Providing guidance to General Laborers and Apprentices to help them grow within the "Holman Way."
- Site Safety: Maintaining a safe workspace on scaffolding and around heavy machinery, adhering to all OSHA and company safety standards.
Qualifications
- Experience: Must have professional masonry experience.
- Technical Skills: * Mastery of hand tools (trowels, jointers, hammers, levels).
- Experience with power saws and masonry equipment.
- Deep understanding of mortar types (N, S, O) and their specific applications.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to work on scaffolding at various heights and lift heavy materials throughout the day.
- Professionalism: A "Class A" attitude. You represent Holman Masonry on every job site.
- Reliability: Must have a valid driverโs license and dependable transportation to job sites in the Farmville/Richmond/Lynchburg areas.
The Holman Professional Package
- Top-Tier Pay: We pay for talent. Competitive hourly rates based on your specific skill level and speed.
- Quality Over Quantity: While we work efficiently, we never sacrifice "The Right Way" for a deadline.
- Equipment: Access to well-maintained scaffolding, mixers, and forklifts to make your job easier.
- Long-Term Stability: We have a 25+ year reputation and a backlog of work that keeps our crews busy year-round.
Benefits:
- 401K Program with company contribution (after 1 year).
- 5 Paid Holidays and 1 week of Vacation.
- A family-first culture where you are a name, not a number.
Company Description
Since 1996, Holman Masonry has been a premier Class A Contractor specializing in high-quality brick, block, and stone work for commercial and residential projects across Virginia. We pride ourselves on a "hands-on" approach, where quality workmanship and customer satisfaction are our top priorities. At Holman, we are more than just a crewโwe are a close-knit family of 40+ professionals who believe that โthe only way is the right way.โ