Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin – Bricklaying Apprenticeship
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Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin – Bricklaying Apprenticeship (Madison, WI)
Programs Offered
- Bricklayer Apprenticeship (3-Year Program)
- Hands-on Masonry and Construction Training
- Pathway to Journeyman Bricklayer Certification
Program Overview
The Bricklaying Apprenticeship Program through the Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin (ABC WI) provides comprehensive training in the craft of masonry and structural construction. Apprentices learn to build, repair, and finish walls, walkways, and other structures made of brick, block, and stone. The program combines classroom instruction with extensive on-the-job training to develop skills in layout, measurement, alignment, and construction safety.
This apprenticeship is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with their hands, have strong attention to detail, and want to pursue a stable, high-demand trade within the construction industry.
Hands-On Training
Apprentices gain practical field and classroom experience through training in:
- Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and masonry specifications.
- Setting up and aligning brick, block, and stone materials for construction projects.
- Mixing, spreading, and finishing mortar with proper technique.
- Using levels, trowels, and other trade tools for precise construction work.
- Applying safety procedures and job-site best practices.
Certification & Licensing Prep
- Completion qualifies apprentices for journeyman bricklayer certification in Wisconsin.
- Training includes classroom coursework and supervised on-the-job instruction.
- Graduates may pursue supervisory or contractor roles in masonry and construction.
Career Paths & Salary Outlook
- Apprentice Bricklayer: Earn wages while completing 3 years of training and coursework.
- Journeyman Bricklayer: Eligible for full trade pay upon completion of apprenticeship.
- Advanced Roles: Opportunities to advance into foreman, estimator, or construction management positions.
Program Length
- 3-year apprenticeship program.
- Combines classroom instruction with on-the-job training.
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic math and mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to perform physical work and follow safety procedures.
Compensation & Benefits
Bricklaying apprentices earn a percentage of the journey-level wage that increases with each year of training. Upon completion, the average skilled wage rate in Wisconsin is approximately $39.01 per hour, plus benefits. Apprentices receive steady pay and benefits throughout their training period.
Cost & Financial Support
The apprenticeship is tuition-free. Classroom instruction and on-the-job training are provided through the Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin, with no tuition costs to the apprentice. Participants earn while they learn.
Location
Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin
Madison, WI
Training conducted through ABC WI’s apprenticeship and training facilities.
Apprenticeship Cost & Career Outlook
This is a Registered Apprenticeship Program — meaning you will earn while you learn.
- Paid on-the-job training with increasing wages
- Classroom or technical instruction provided by the program
- No tuition costs — apprentices are paid during training
- Nationally recognized credential upon completion
Because apprenticeships are managed through the U.S. Department of Labor, College Scorecard data for tuition and earnings does not apply. Apprenticeships provide real-world experience and a direct path to journeyman-level wages without student debt.