Concrete Finisher

The Concrete Finisher is responsible for placing and finishing concrete sidewalks, slab on grade and slab on decks using a variety of hand and power tools such as walk behind and ride on trowel machines.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Check the forms that hold the concrete to see that they are properly constructed
• Set the forms that hold concrete to the desired pitch and depth and align them
• Install reinforcing rebar or mesh wire to strengthen the concrete
• Spread, level and smooth concrete using grinder, shovel, hand or power trowel, hand or power screed and float
• Monitor how the wind, heat, or cold affects the curing of the concrete throughout the entire process to ensure a durable, smooth and uniform finish
• Produce rough concrete surface using broom
• Mold expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers and straightedge
• Signal truck driver to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete and move chute to direct concrete
• Operate power vibrator to grind concrete
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required

REQUIREMENTS

• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs and moving whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling of materials
• Use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning and manipulating things
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods in unfavorable weather conditions
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required
• Must have transportation to get to assigned job sites
• Must be reliable to get to work on time, ready with all tools to do a day of good work