Bricklayer jobs in Houston, TX

Role and Responsibilities

• Skilled bricklaying work to create and maintain structures, walls, chimneys, foundations etc using various types of blocks, tiles, boards, and stone.

• Various tasks including pointing, internal block work, working with lime mortar, insert as required e.g. laying Flemish bond.

• Undertaking checking/assessing when directed

• Help to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair; to ensure compliance with agreed codes, law, working practices and health and safety.

• Carry out planned tasks in accordance with contract/agreed requirements and within agreed time limits.

• Ensure compliance to agreed codes, legislation, and procedures including health and safety.

• Maintain accurate records/documentation associated with your work.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Basic reading, writing and math skills.

• Basic use of hand tools (hammer, wrench, and tape measure).

• Experience with powered tools such as drills, and saws.

• The ability to multi-task, follow-through and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to interact with a diverse workforce effectively and professionally.

• Ability to take initiative with minimal direction.

• Excellent math skills with strong attention to detail and number accuracy.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Must be able to work under inclement weather conditions (hot, cold, and rain).

Physical Requirements

• Clarity of vision at varying distances to perform various work assignments.

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of specialized tools and equipment.

• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.

• Occasional bending, kneeling, or crouching.

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling object(s) weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Climbing ladders and working from heights as necessary.

• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Employment at JT Thorpe Company is on an “at-will” basis. There is no contract of employment between JT Thorpe Company and anyone or all its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee.

No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will.  

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Thorpe Specialty Services and its affiliates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.