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Apprenticeship

Mastic asphalter

Level
2
Intermediate Β· like GCSEs
Length
2.8 yrs
typical
Sector
Construction and the built environment
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Lay mastic asphalt on to a wide range of surfaces and structures.

What you'd do

Heat asphalt cauldrons to correct working temperatures
Apply mastic asphalt to roofs, floors, and tanking areas
Cut, shape, and finish asphalt around outlets and edges
Check finished surfaces for thickness and adhesion
Follow hot-works permits and site safety procedures
Clean and maintain tools and equipment after use

What you'd learn

Properties and uses of mastic asphalt materials
Safe handling of hot bituminous materials on site
Reading construction drawings and specifications
Waterproofing principles for roofs, floors, and basements
Health, safety, and fire risk on hot-works sites
Quality checking finished asphalt surfaces
Ready to look for a place?
See live Mastic asphalter apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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