Cement Finisher; A262730-2 Street Construction

Job Description

Smooths and finishes freshly poured concrete. Applies curing or surface treatments. Installs, maintains, and restores various masonry structures such as floors, sidewalks, recreation courts, and patios.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Pours concrete for curbing and gutters; patches curbs; finishes concrete and places poles.
• Performs brick laying duties; mixes and levels mortar and lays brick.
• Repairs asphalt, paves streets, and patches potholes.
• Sets steel rods and ties rebar.
• Performs related work as required.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.

• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Knowledge of safety protocols
• Knowledge of construction practices and methods
• Knowledge of concrete finishing techniques

• Skill in organization and time management
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally; negligible amount of force frequently; constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Confined space
• Vehicles
• Warehouse environment

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

• Local travel

• At least one (1) year of general experience. Experience in concrete work is preferred.

• Valid Texas Driver's License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's Licence must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid Holidays
• Paid health (30 day waiting period)
• Dental plan (30 day waiting period)
• Life insurance (30 day waiting period)