Concrete Finisher

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Job description

Overview:
A concrete finisher, also known as a cement mason, is a skilled tradesperson who smooths, levels, and finishes concrete to ensure it meets the desired standards

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Responsibilities:
Duties/Responsibilities:

Assists skilled workers as assigned.

Mix concrete to the correct specifications and spread it.

Set and align forms to the desired depth and pitch

Use specialized equipment to smooth and finish concrete surfaces

Mold expansion joints and edges

Monitor the effects of weather on concrete

Unloads materials that are delivered such as asphalt or concrete, and distributes them to appropriate location as identified by supervisor, project plans, or specifications.

Prepares layout area where construction will take place by properly measuring, marking, or recording openings or distances.

Prepares tools and materials for skilled workers such as mixing cement or preparing base.

Cleans and prepares specific areas of jobsite as assigned. This may include digging; cleaning up rubble, debris, and trash; or removing hazardous materials.

Operates a wide variety of hand and power tools.

Directs traffic near, in, or around work zones.

Motions equipment operator to assist with alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.

Cleans jobsite at the end of the day, ensuring trash is properly disposed of and materials or equipment are properly stored.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required skills and abilities:

Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.

Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.

Ability to work with a variety of personalities.

Ability to perform basic arithmetic as needed to count and take inventory.

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Rarely

Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly

Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly

Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly

Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Never

Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Occasionally

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally

Operating machinery and/or power tools: Occasionally

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Occasionally

The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Rarely

Physical Demands:

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Never

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Occasionally

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Never

Working Conditions:

Low temperatures: Constantly

High temperatures: Constantly

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Constantly

Noisy environments: Constantly

Hazardous conditions: Constantly

Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally

Frequent overtime, including weekends: Constantly

Office environment: Rarely

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