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Brickmasons and blockmasons rank amongst the highest paid construction workers.

of qualified professionals. Employment for all construction and extraction workers is expected to increase 4 percent from 2021 to 2031, according to the DOL. This is about as fast as the average for all occupations, but the following careers will enjoy stronger growth: • solar photovoltaic installers: much faster than the average • construction managers: faster than the average • floor layers (except carpet, wood, and hard tiles): faster than the average • tile and stone setters: faster than the average What Type of People Are Interested in Construction Careers? People with many different interests can find construction careers that suit them. But if you’re unsure about your interest in the field,

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