concrete finisher

Infinity Construction Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Infinity Construction Inc. is looking for a reliable Concrete Finisher to join our on-site team in the Metro Vancouver area. You will direct the placement of concrete, check formwork and reinforcement, and ensure finishes meet grade and spec across diverse job sites.

Requirements include 2 years to less than 3 years of concrete experience, ability to work outdoors at heights, and a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and teamwork. Training and safety gear provided; multiple locations may apply.

Qualifications

• Secondary school certificate or equivalent experience.
• 2 years to less than 3 years of concrete work experience.
• Ability to work on site at heights and outdoors.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Check formwork, granular base and steel reinforcement materials.
• Direct placement of concrete into forms or onto surfaces according to grade.
• Fill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cement.
• Prepare tenders and quotations.
• Operate power vibrators to compact concrete.
• Level top surface concrete according to grade and depth specification.
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages.
• Impart desired finish to concrete surfaces using hand and power tools.
• Instruct apprentices.
• Install anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills and other fixtures.
• Apply hardening and sealing components to cure surfaces.
• Waterproof, damp proof and restore surfaces.
• Repair, resurface and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structures.
• Estimate costs and materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication

Flexibility

Client focus

Dependability

Physical stamina

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

or equivalent experience

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Dusty
• At heights
• Cold/refrigerated
• Dangerous
• Hot
• Noisy
• Outdoors
• Wet/damp

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Check formwork, granular base and steel reinforcement materials
• Direct placement of concrete into forms or onto surfaces according to grade
• Fill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cement
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• Operate power vibrators to compact concrete
• Level top surface concrete according to grade and depth specification
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• Impart desired finish to concrete surfaces using hand and power tools
• Instruct apprentices
• Install anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills and other fixtures
• Apply hardening and sealing components to cure surfaces
• Waterproof, damp proof and restore surfaces
• Repair, resurface and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structures
• Estimate costs and materials
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Colours and sealers
• Hardners and epoxies
• Light weight concrete
• Mastic flooring
• Reinforcing membrane and protective covering

Sales experience

• Concrete products

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Attention to detail
• Sound discrimination
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Safety equipment/gear
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Ear plugs
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Dependability

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth