concrete finisher

Infinity Construction Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Infinity Construction Inc. is seeking a concrete construction worker to perform formwork and concrete placement across multiple sites in Metro Vancouver. The role is strictly on-site with no remote option and requires reading blueprints and following safety protocols.

Candidates should have 2–3 years of experience, be able to work at heights, and handle physically demanding tasks in varying weather. Training apprentices may be part of the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years to less than 3 years of work experience.
• On-site work only; no remote opportunities.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions.

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
• Instruct apprentices

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Dependability

Oral communication

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

or equivalent experience

Tools

Safety equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Hard hat

Safety glasses/goggles

Job description

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