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Align masonry materials

This is physical, in-person work with real objects, tools, equipment and places that change from day to day. AI can't do it for you.

Part of Position materials or components for assembly, under the O*NET work activity group Handling and Moving Objects. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (0 AI-ready, 0 AI-assist, 7 stays human).

Tasks built on this activity

• Align and straighten tile using levels, squares, and straightedges.Stays human Tile and Stone Setters
• Set stone or marble in place, according to layout or pattern.Stays human Stonemasons
• Set pavers, aligning and spacing them correctly.Stays human Segmental Pavers
• Set vertical and horizontal alignment of structures, using plumb bob, gauge line, and level.Stays human Stonemasons
• Position and secure moisture membrane and wire mesh in preparation for pouring base materials for terrazzo installation.Stays human Terrazzo Workers and Finishers

Tasks where it is part of the work

• Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural, and floor designs.Stays human Tile and Stone Setters
• Lay and align bricks, blocks, or tiles to build or repair structures or high temperature equipment, such as cupola, kilns, ovens, or furnaces.Stays human Brickmasons and Blockmasons