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Construction Specialist – Bricklaying Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Hochbaufacharbeiter/in - Maurerarbeiten

The 'Hochbaufacharbeiter/in - Maurerarbeiten' (Construction Specialist - Bricklaying) is a recognized 2-year vocational training program in industry and trade. This apprenticeship qualifies you for constructing masonry and other building components in structural engineering, where you will acquire essential manual skills.

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What you do

  • Laying bricks for walls and other structural components according to plans
  • Producing mortar and concrete
  • Setting up and securing construction sites
  • Reading and interpreting construction plans and technical drawings
  • Carrying out demolition and conversion work
  • Operating construction machinery and tools
  • Adhering to occupational health and safety regulations

Requirements

  • At least a Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school leaving certificate) or equivalent
  • Good German language skills (minimum B1 level)
  • Manual dexterity and technical understanding
  • Physical fitness and resilience
  • Teamwork skills and reliability
  • Meticulous work ethic and spatial reasoning
  • Willingness to work outdoors and on construction sites

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific areas (e.g., monument preservation, renovation)
  2. 2Further training to become a Master Bricklayer (Maurer-Meister) or Foreman (Polier)
  3. 3Study to become a Construction Technician (Bautechniker) or Civil Engineer (Bauingenieur) with appropriate university entrance qualification
  4. 4Self-employment with your own bricklaying business

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Construction Specialist – Bricklaying Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Construction Specialist – Bricklaying Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Construction Specialist – Bricklaying Ausbildung?

At least a Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school leaving certificate) or equivalent; Good German language skills (minimum B1 level); Manual dexterity and technical understanding; Physical fitness and resilience.

Where can I find open Construction Specialist – Bricklaying Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Construction Specialist – Bricklaying

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.