Concrete Finisher

JOB DESCRIPTION

 Position Overview

The Concrete Finisher is responsible for safely performing a variety of construction duties to assist the utility and/ or grade crews at various construction site locations. This position involves smoothing and finishing surfaces of poured concrete, such as sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. The position is responsible to align forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patch voids; and use saws to cut expansion joints and other various manual tasks.  Work will involve physical exertion of a practical nature. Work will be performed per the supervisor's instruc­tion, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs. 

Essential Duties and Functions

• Hand shovels and rakes to perform groundwork.
• Uses various equipment, hand and power tools.
• Positions Checks the forms that hold the concrete to see that they are properly constructed.
• Sets the forms that hold concrete to the desired pitch and depth, and align them.
• Spreads, levels, and smooths concrete, using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, hand or power screed, and float.
• Finishes concrete surfaces
• Spreads concrete
• Monitors how the wind, heat, or cold affect the curing of the concrete throughout the entire process.
• Molds expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
• Signals truck driver to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete, and move chute to direct concrete on forms.
• Produces rough concrete surface, using broom.
• Operate power vibrator to compact concrete.
• Chip, scrape, and grind high spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete, using pneumatic chisels, power grinders, or hand tools.
• Cut out damaged areas, drill holes for reinforcing rods, and position reinforcing rods to repair concrete, using power saw and drill.
• Wet concrete surface and rub with stone to smooth surface and obtain specified finish.
• Clean chipped area, using wire brush, and feel and observe surface to determine if it is rough or uneven.
• Performs other laborer duties as required.
• Performs job site clean-up.
• Maintains all tools and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• May operate equipment as needed if trained, including skid steer and other equipment. 
• Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor

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, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, or activities.
• Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Communicating with Supervisors and Peers — Providing information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment.
• Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
• Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Safety - Observes safety procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions, uses equipment and materials properly. Always uses and properly maintains personal protective equipment.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time and according to schedule
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed  written or verbal instructions.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or walk; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-75 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by HSS Site Services and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Horsepower Site Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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