Concrete Finisher

Concrete Finisher

APAC Central Inc., a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure construction firm serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri, is seeking a highly skilled Concrete Finisher. Position Overview We are looking for a highly skilled Concrete Finisher who is capable of independently reading plans, forming, pouring, and finishing concrete on a variety of construction and paving projects.

The successful candidate will join our team of professionals working on diverse tasks in a dynamic, safety-focused environment. Qualified applicants will receive a $1500 sign-on bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment by complying with all safety policies and procedures, as outlined in the Employee Handbook, and using appropriate tools and equipment for every task.
• Strictly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environments.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications independently to perform concrete work with precision and accuracy.
• Independently form, pour, and finish concrete to grade, delivering a fine finish on all types of concrete work.
• Utilize equipment such as floats, trowels, screeds, templates, hand shovels, motorized tamps, push brooms, and straight edges (up to fifteen feet long) confidently and safely.
• Perform physical motions including stretching, stooping, bending, squatting, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, kneeling, throwing, walking, hammering, standing, reaching, and rubbing as required by the job.
• Lift, carry, and hold materials, tools, and supplies, sometimes in excess of 100 pounds with assistance.
• Follow directions from managers regarding daily tasks and project-specific expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned, transferring between tasks as project demands require.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated experience in reading plans, and independently forming, pouring, and finishing concrete for construction projects.
• Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as prescribed by company policy.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work remote job sites, as required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations, including the use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Safety Vest.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and paving projects.
• Ability to independently read plans and perform all duties associated with forming, pouring, and finishing concrete.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Strong understanding of verbal and written instructions, and the ability to communicate effectively in both formats.
• Ability to use equipment and tools safely and efficiently.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
• Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs. as needed.
• Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
• Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
• Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

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