Cement Finisher Journeyman

Employment Offers are Contingent upon Successful Completion of:

* Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility

* Substance Abuse Screening

* Physical Exam

* Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

About Hensel Phelps

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for hourly craft professionals. This position is eligible for medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). We also believe in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, hourly employees earn one hour of paid time off for every 18.75 hours worked during the year, up to a maximum of 80 hours (10 days) per year.

After one (1) year of employment with at least 1,000 hours of service, employees may apply for Core Employee Status. Once an employee becomes a Core Employee, Hensel Phelps will begin paying 100% of the cost for family medical insurance coverage. This means that you will have Medical Benefits for both you and your family at no cost to you!

Position

Description:

Cement finishers employed by Hensel Phelps are responsible for placement and surface preparation of concrete in conformance with the project requirements.

Essential Duties:

* Positioning themselves on the concrete forms and moving the pump hose or concrete bucket into place for the pouring of the concrete.

* Levelling the top surface of freshly poured concrete on floors, walls, ceilings or sidewalks. Responsible for finishing the concrete surface to meet the tolerances for thickness and flatness before the concrete has cured. Initially, the concrete finisher must strike the concrete with a screed to create a level, smooth surface.

* Applying a bull float to the concrete to further smooth the surface and bring the moisture to the top of the concrete area. The float is operated by a concrete finisher applying pressure to the float as it is moved back and forth over the concrete.

* Applying hardening and sealing compounds to cure the surface of concrete. This includes waterproofing, damp-proofing, and restoring concrete surfaces.

* Installing anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.

* Operating a trowel to finish the surface when the concrete has reached a semi-cured status. Moving the machine over the concrete surface to level the concrete and develop the desired finish. Following up with the finish trowel using the steel trowel. Often, after the mechanical trowel has been used, the final troweling is performed by the concrete finisher using a 14-inch steel trowel.

* Promoting a safe work environment and communicating jobsite hazards. Responsible for ensuring that all materials are properly distributed, and the site is swept and well maintained.

* Helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored.

Position

Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or GED.

* Valid Driver's License, required.

* Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program.

* Experience with constructing and placing concrete forms.

* Must be able to take initiative.

* Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions.

* Workers must provide their own safety footwear.

* Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally.

* Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills.

* Must be reliable and punctual.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading.

* OSHA 10 Certification.

* CPR & First Aid Certification.

Physical Work Classification & Demands:

* Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

* The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.

* Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite.

* Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone.

* The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and…