Concrete Finisher Journeyman Jobs

Position Summary

Place and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand tools. Place concrete for walls and footings. Grind and rub hardened concrete to a uniform surface.

Experience Level

Skilled

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Check forms that hold the concrete to see that they are properly constructed.
• Monitor how the wind, heat, or cold affect the curing of the concrete throughout the entire process.
• Chip, scrape, and grind high spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete by using pneumatic chisels, power grinders, and/or hand tools.
• Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.
• Mold expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
• Verify equipment and materials are used properly and report unsafe conditions to management.
• Utilize concrete vibrators to consolidate concrete.
• Move discharge chute of truck to direct concrete into forms then spread, level, and smooth concrete; rough surface with a broom if plans call for it.

Qualifications

• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools
• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.

Requirements

• Must have all required tools
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions