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Pointer, Caulker and Cleaner Apprentice

Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local# 2 (Albany)

Albany, NY area; Capital District, Mohawk Valley, and North Country regions

Apply by Apr 30, 2027 8 openings Driver’s license required
View original posting on dol.ny.gov

What is a Pointer, Caulker, and Cleaner?

A Pointer, Caulker, and Cleaner repairs and protects the outside of brick, stone, and concrete buildings. They rake out damaged mortar, pack in new mortar between joints, seal cracks and gaps with caulk, and wash or sandblast surfaces to remove grime and stains, often while working from scaffolds. This keeps walls strong, dry, clean, and safer.

Pay & earning potential

Starting wage

$42,447
New York State
Long-term earning potential
Starting Wage Annual salary for workers just starting out.
$42,447
Median Wage Annual salary of the typical worker in this occupation.
$59,371
Top Earner Wage Annual salary for highly experienced workers.
$79,477

The earning potential for Construction Laborers typically ranges from $42,447 to $79,477 annually.
The median salary, representing the typical worker, is $59,371.

About this job

What you might do day to day

  • Operate pumps or compressors.
  • Clean equipment or facilities.
  • Maintain construction tools or equipment.
  • Signal equipment operators to indicate proper equipment positioning.
  • Install plumbing or piping.

Helpful traits for this job

  • Dependability
  • Perseverance
  • Cautiousness
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Attention to Detail

How to apply

Apply online at the BAC Local 2 website or pick up and complete an application in person during the recruitment period. Completed applications may also be mailed to the JATC and must be received by April 30, 2027.

Get ready to apply

Job requirements

  • Must be at least 17 years old.
  • Must be physically able to lift 50-100 pounds.
  • Must have a valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.
  • Must reside within the geographic jurisdiction of Local Union #2 for at least six months prior to application. This includes the counties of Albany, Cayuga, Clinton, Columbia, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren, Washington, Greene, Rensselaer, Fulton, Hamilton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Essex, Franklin, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, St. Lawrence.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from various job sites and required classes at the approved school.

More information

Call the JATC for Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers, Local Union #2 at (518) 456-5477 for more information.

Organization
JATC for Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers, Local Union #2
Phone
(518) 456-5477
Get ready to apply

Apply by Apr 30, 2027