Concrete Finisher

Description

POSITION SUMMARY
Concrete finishers are responsible for a wide range of duties that may change depending on the type of project they are working on and the team members they are working with.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Placing forms that hold concrete to ensure the required depth and pitch is achieved

• Monitoring the effect heat, wind and cold have on curing concrete to ensure high-quality results

• Removing edges on expansion joints and sides

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

• Polishing surfaces using smoothing materials, abrasive tools and surfacing machines

• Aligning and assembling of vertical gang form systems

• Waterproofing, damp-proofing and restoring concrete surfaces

• Casting and spreading concrete to patch voids

CORE EXPECTATIONS

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and perform in a fast-paced work environment

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines efficiently and cost effectively

BEHAVIORAL

• Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records.

• Keen attention to detail and a high level of initiative.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years' construction industry experience preferred

• High School diploma/GED preferred

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Demonstrated strong decision making and problem-solving skills

• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required

• Compliance with all OSHA and other federal agency regulations

• Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, include hard hat, safety (hard toe) shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and coveralls.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb, balance, twist, pull, push, have hand/finger dexterity and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.

• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in various weather conditions.

• Vision abilities (with or without correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Sensory ability to talk, hear, smell, touch and feel.

• Able to work in all weather conditions including, but not limited to, heat, cold, rain, wind, snow, etc.

• Must be able to exert up to 10-20 lbs. constantly to move objects; 25-50 lbs. of force frequently; 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally.