Mostly Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for Brick & Block Masons:
52.1%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
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Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
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Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
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This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
Most data sources align, with only minor variation. This is a well-supported result.
AI Resilience Report forBrickmasons and Blockmasons
$62,120 median salary•4,100 annual openings•SOC Code: 47-2021.00
Brickmasons and Blockmasons are somewhat more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 7 sources.
Bricklaying earns a "Mostly Resilient" label because the physical, judgment-heavy nature of the work is genuinely difficult for machines to fully replicate. Every jobsite brings different conditions, layouts, and challenges that require a skilled human eye and hands to navigate, and while robots like the SAM100 and Hadrian X can handle some repetitive placement tasks, they work alongside human masons rather than replacing them.
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This role is mostly resilient
Bricklaying earns a "Mostly Resilient" label because the physical, judgment-heavy nature of the work is genuinely difficult for machines to fully replicate. Every jobsite brings different conditions, layouts, and challenges that require a skilled human eye and hands to navigate, and while robots like the SAM100 and Hadrian X can handle some repetitive placement tasks, they work alongside human masons rather than replacing them.
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Brick & Block Masons
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Latest AI news for Brick & Block Masons
These articles highlight the evolving role of AI in the masonry field, emphasizing that while some tasks may be automated, brickmasons and blockmasons will still be essential. For instance, one article notes that AI could automate 45% of tasks for masonry helpers by 2030, suggesting a need for upskilling to adapt to new technologies. Another points out that robotic bricklaying can enhance speed and accuracy, which may create new opportunities rather than completely replace jobs. Embracing AI can lead to more efficient practices and higher-paying roles in the industry.
AI & Masonry Jobs: Will AI Replace Helpers Brickmasons?
myjobvsai.com • 10/20/2026
AI impact on masonry helpers: 45% tasks automated by 2030. Learn the timeline, affected roles, and how to transition to higher-paying mason jobs.
Will AI replace brickmasons?
www.careerexplorer.com • 10/20/2026
AI won't replace brickmasons, but it's changing how projects are planned and inspected. Robotic bricklaying machines exist but struggle with real-world job ... Read more
Can AI Replace Brickmasons and Blockmasons in 2026?
replacemeter.com • 10/20/2026
3 days ago — AI could handle about 6% of today's brickmasons and blockmasons tasks by 2036, and there is a 6% chance the number of jobs falls by a fifth or ... Read more
The Future of Automated Brick Construction 🚜🧱 AI ...
www.facebook.com • 10/20/2026
Mason robots could build more quickly, more accurately and waste less material, eventually decreasing the whole cost of construction.
AI and Construction: Will We All Be Replaced by Robots?
www.blackcountryasbestos.com • 10/20/2026
Feb 11, 2025 — AI-powered robots can be used to perform tasks such as bricklaying, welding, and concrete pouring. AI could lead to job losses. AI could make ...
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Career: Brickmasons and Blockmasons
They build and repair walls, floors, and other structures by laying bricks and blocks, ensuring everything is strong and safe.
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Alternate Titles
Block Layer · Brick and Block Mason · Bricklayer · Mason · Block Mason · Blockmason · Brick Mason · Masonry Installer · Tender
Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$62,120
Jobs (2025)
62,400
Growth (2025-35)
+1.1%
Annual Openings
4,100
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
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Construct corners by fastening in plumb position a corner pole or building a corner pyramid of bricks, and filling in between the corners using a line from corner to corner to guide each course, or la...
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Remove burned or damaged brick or mortar, using sledgehammer, crowbar, chipping gun, or chisel.
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Fasten or fuse brick or other building material to structure with wire clamps, anchor holes, torch, or cement.
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Lay and align bricks, blocks, or tiles to build or repair structures or high temperature equipment, such as cupola, kilns, ovens, or furnaces.
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Remove excess mortar with trowels and hand tools, and finish mortar joints with jointing tools, for a sealed, uniform appearance.
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Clean working surface to remove scale, dust, soot, or chips of brick and mortar, using broom, wire brush, or scraper.
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Spray or spread refractory material over brickwork to protect against deterioration.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
