Tier 1 Concrete Finisher

Essential Functions

• Work as member of crew in all types of weather conditions and in all types of environmental conditions such as dirt, mud, concrete
• Prepare the worksite area for concrete operations, and assemble concrete forms at construction site locations
• Shovel cement and other materials into portable cement mixers; and mix, pour, and spread concrete
• Bend, form, tie, and install rebar as illustrated in plans or as directed
• Align and brace portions of project assembly, using bubble leveler, board, nails, and hammer
• Measure distance between forms, using tape measure or laser sighting.
• Drill and insert pins or dowels in concrete panels
• Remove obstructions in grooves with hammer and chisel
• Patch holes, cracks, and joints in assembled sections using mortar and trowel or necessary tools
• Fill forms or panels with wet concrete and vibrate, screed, trowel, or prepare surface, to ensure Proper concrete settling and surfacing as necessary or as described in plan
• Operate jackhammers and drills to break up concrete or pavement
• Move and grade material (dirt, sand, etc.) with a shovel/rake to achieve fine grade before pouring concrete
• Wreck and stack forms and job materials in order to move to the next project
• Grade and backfill around concrete. Clean up the job site at the completion of construction
• Report ALL incidents/injuries/complaints, etc., major or minor, to Concrete Foreman

Special Position Requirements

• 1 year experience in concrete finishing
• Ability and understanding of forming and finish process

Physical Requirements

• Requires the mobility to perform vehicle operating duties.
• The Concrete Finisher has a physically strenuous and demanding job. He/she will be lifting, pulling and managing heavy equipment and objects.
• The Concrete Finisher will have to work in all weather, and must be prepared for both extreme heat and cold.
• Ability to climb a ladder in and out of a trench.

Special Position Requirements

• Access to reliable and punctual transportation
• Ability to communicate in a helpful and friendly manner with co-workers and management
• Excellent problem solving ability
• Ability to multi-task

Success Factors/Job Advancements

• Team Player
• Team Productivity
• Accuracy and timeliness of Projects
• Flagger Certified
• CPR/First Aid Certified
• OSHA 30
• Leadership Training
• TCS

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Requires the mobility to perform vehicle operating duties.
• The Concrete Finisher has a physically strenuous and demanding job. He/she will be lifting, pulling and managing heavy equipment and objects.
• The Concrete Finisher will have to work in all weather, and must be prepared for both extreme heat and cold.
• Ability to climb a ladder in and out of a trench.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Other Motor Vehicles
• Other People
• Power Lines
• Underground Utilities, etc.

Mandatory for All Employees and Subcontractors On-Site

• Safety Vest - A safety vest is mandatory when performing work in traffic/pedestrian areas.
• Hardhats - Hardhat use is mandatory on ALL job sites.
• Hand Protection – Gloves are required to assure hand protection.
• Foot Protection - Safety shoes are mandatory on all job sites (steel-toe)
• Eye Protection – Safety glasses are mandatory while working on-site.
• Always be aware of potential dangers and hazards around you while driving vehicles or operating equipment.