Becoming a Stone Mason in Maine
Stonemasonry or stonecraft is the creation of buildings, structures, and sculpture using stone as the primary material. It is one of the oldest activities and professions in human history.
Tools of the Trade
What Stone Masons Love About Their Trade
Characteristics
High Paying
Work Indoors
Not Customer Facing
Variety of Tools
Not Hard on Body
Small Teams
Outlook
Advancement PotentialHigh
Are able to work up within their small teams.
Entrepreneurship Potential Very High
Very low startup cost and high likelihood of success.
Optionality PotentialMedium
There are specializations within the trade.
Stone Mason Reviews(113)
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Kurt J.
10+ Years of Experience
Pride in my work is very important to me and that's one of the main things that drew me to this trade. I like my work will stand forever. It...outlast me by a long time and I'm very proud of that. Good pay too. Nice pace of work.
Pat W.
20+ Years of Experience
This trade is good, honest work and also very self satisfying as you work and build with your hands. When your workday is over you have the feeling of accomplishment!...
Jimmy B.
15+ Years of Experience
I build things with my hands that will last forever and that is pretty cool. This is great work to support a family, and its not overly stressful. I get...see some cool places too.
