Starting my masonry career as an apprentice

[capybaragod]

I decided to leave university after three years of switching majors to return to the world of masonry. I previously worked for a company as a laborer and stone layer and I always took pride in my strong work ethic. I reached out to my old bosses to tell them I wanted to make this a permanent career and they offered me an apprenticeship starting this Monday. I am excited to get back to physical work but I have some questions about how the process works. I think I need to log work hours and then attend school during the winter months. I also need advice on finding comfortable footwear because I really dislike wearing heavy steel toed boots all day. It feels good to have a clear path forward in a trade I already enjoy.

 

[bigbuster]

I decided to leave university after three years of switching majors to return to the world of masonry. I previously worked for a company as a laborer and stone layer and I always took pride in my strong work ethic. I reached out to my old bosses to tell them I wanted to make this a permanent career and they offered me an apprenticeship starting this Monday. I am excited to get back to physical work but I have some questions about how the process works. I think I need to log work hours and then attend school during the winter months. I also need advice on finding comfortable footwear because I really dislike wearing heavy steel toed boots all day. It feels good to have a clear path forward in a trade I already enjoy.

Have you looked into composite toe boots because they are much lighter than traditional steel toe options.

 

[Alan]

I decided to leave university after three years of switching majors to return to the world of masonry. I previously worked for a company as a laborer and stone layer and I always took pride in my strong work ethic. I reached out to my old bosses to tell them I wanted to make this a permanent career and they offered me an apprenticeship starting this Monday. I am excited to get back to physical work but I have some questions about how the process works. I think I need to log work hours and then attend school during the winter months. I also need advice on finding comfortable footwear because I really dislike wearing heavy steel toed boots all day. It feels good to have a clear path forward in a trade I already enjoy.

Masonry is a good skill to learn. Good luck with your path. I hope you enjoy the journey to mastering the craft.

 

[last goodbye]

It is a good idea to buy high quality insoles to help your feet adjust to standing on hard surfaces all day.

 

[bear pickles]

@capybaragod You should ask your boss for a copy of the apprentice logbook so you can track your hours correctly from day one.

 

[the reflection]

Does your local union or trade school offer a specific list of tools you need to buy before you start your formal training?

 

[capybaragod]

Thanks for this info. Appreciate it.

@the reflection Yes, there is a list. At least I know what I need to buy.