Concrete Finisher

JOB DETAILS

Position Title

Concrete Finisher

Location

On-Site (Needville) & Central Region

Functionally Reports into

Superintendent

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

JOB OBJECTIVE

The Industrial Concrete Finisher will smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as foundations, duct banks, columns, beams, and other concrete structures.

REQUIREMENTS

EXPERIENCE

• Must have 4+ years industrial construction experience working with concrete.
• Must be able to illustrate journeyman level knowledge on selecting, mixing, pouring, and finishing concrete.
• Must have knowledge of materials, tools, and processes involved with basic building techniques and form construction.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work full work schedule and any additional overtime as needed
• Must be willing to work safely and follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Must follow all company and site rules and regulations.
• Must have required tools.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must pass drug and background check.
• TWIC Card Preferred

KNOWLEDGE

• Spread, level, and smooth concrete using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, and hand or power screed.
• Signal truck driver to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete and move chute to direct concrete on forms.
• Mold expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
• Cut out damaged areas, drill holes for reinforcing rods, and position reinforcing rods to repair concrete.
• Mix cement, sand, and water to produce concrete using hand or power mixing equipment.
• Spray curing compounds on concrete to prevent cracking.
• Operate power vibrator to compact concrete.
• Apply hardening and sealing compounds to cure surfaces.
• Clean and prepare surfaces to be finished.
• Ability to identify all tools required for tasks.
• Ability to identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.
• Assist in pouring concrete structures.
• Assist in finishing and smoothing freshly poured concrete structures.
• Assist in dismantling prefabricated and wooden forms.
• Assist on any miscellaneous construction processes.
• Clean-up/housekeeping of work areas.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES & CAPABILITIES

• High level of intellectual ability.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Displays willingness to make decisions.
• Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.
• Makes timely decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Communicates changes effectively.
• Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Adapts to changes in work environment.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Uses time efficiently.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting, and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls, and tools.
• May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.

U.S. Only: Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Norrell Construction is required.

Norrell Construction, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law