Concrete Finisher; Per Diem
Listed on 2026-07-20
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Concrete Crew, Construction Labor / Trades
Job Title:
Concrete Finisher (Per Diem)
$32-34/hr + $130/day per diem (7 days per week)
Job DescriptionWe are seeking experienced Skilled Concrete Finishers to support a growing, non-union contractor performing municipal concrete repair and replacement work throughout the Greater Saint Louis area. This is a travel-based assignment, ideal for candidates looking for steady hours, per diem, and consistent project flow. Our team performs high-volume repair and replacement work including sidewalks, parking lots, dock slabs, and related flatwork.
Crews move directly from one job to the next, ensuring continuous work with no gaps between projects.
- Perform full-cycle concrete work including demo, prep, placement, and finishing.
- Set forms for flatwork such as sidewalks, approaches, slabs, and stairs.
- Place reinforcement including rebar and dowels.
- Spread, screed, float, edge, broom, and/or trowel concrete to specification.
- Finish concrete cleanly around edges, fixtures, and structures.
- Set and adjust grates/frames to grade and finish accordingly.
- Operate jobsite equipment such as bobcats and backhoes.
- Use hand tools, saws, vibrators, and other concrete equipment.
- Maintain safety standards and jobsite expectations.
- 5-10 or more years of concrete labor experience.
- Proven concrete finishing skills.
- Experience in setting forms and flatwork.
- Ability to work around grates and frames, setting to grade and finishing neatly.
Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with concrete demo, including saw cutting and jack hammering.
- Ability to read basic prints/layout or run/assist with grade using laser/levels.
- Experience with sidewalk/ADA-style repairs, steps, approaches, and slab replacement work.
Enjoy $130/day per diem paid 7 days/week, regardless of weather conditions. Benefit from consistent back-to-back projects with no bench time and strong overtime potential, resulting in higher weekly take-home pay. Work stays localized to the Saint Louis area, eliminating the need for cross-country travel.
Work EnvironmentWork is conducted outdoors, with crews pausing only during severe weather conditions.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Springfield, MO.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $32.00 - $34.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Springfield, MO.
Final date to receive applicationsThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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