Concrete Finisher

Dexter Construction Company Limited; San Juan de Terranova; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Dexter Construction Company Limited in St. John's, NL, is seeking Concrete Finishers for the 2026 season. The role involves placing, finishing, protecting and repairing concrete on surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, with potential travel to other parts of the province. The job requires safety awareness and teamwork to ensure high-quality work and on-time completion.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in forming, pouring and finishing concrete sidewalks, curbs, and other flatwork preferred.
• Ability to follow a firm work schedule as directed by supervisor.
• Must be well versed in construction site protocols, rules and code of conduct.
• Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks requiring independent judgment and action.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Compliance with safety policies and procedures; communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors to ensure project completion.

Responsibilities

• Placing and finishing concrete.
• Raking, leveling and screeding.
• Profiling walks, curbs and gutters, median curbs, swales and driveway crossings.
• Knowledge of dyes, hardeners, cures, retardants, concrete mixer and rebar placement.
• Able to use hand tools, floats, cutters and edgers.
• Knowledge in broom finish, exposed aggregates and stamped concrete.
• Ensure all work is performed to the highest standard.
• Work well with coworkers and work in a safe manner.
• Be punctual, reliable and committed to the job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Safety protocols

Teamwork

Communication

Equipment operation

Tools

Hand tools

Floats

Cutters

Edgers

Job description

Dexter Construction Company is a large, diversified Construction Company engaged in all major aspects of the heavy civil construction industry within the Atlantic Provinces. We are currently looking for Concrete Finishers to join our operations in St. John's, NFLD for the 2026 season. These positions will be based out of St. John's, but may involve travel to other parts of the province as the need arises.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Foreman, the Concrete Finisher is responsible for performing heavy manual labour duties to assist with placing, finishing, protecting, and repairing concrete on surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Placing and finishing concrete
• Raking, leveling and screeding
• Profiling walks, curbs and gutters, median curbs, swales and driveway crossings
• Knowledge of dyes, hardeners, cures, retardants, concrete mixer and rebar placement
• Able to use hand tools, floats, cutters and edgers
• Knowledge in broom finish, exposed aggregates and stamped concrete
• Insure that all work performed is to the highest standard
• Work well with co-workers and work in a safe manner
• Be punctual, reliable and committed to the job
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:

• 2-3 years' experience in forming, pouring and finishing concrete sidewalks, curbs, and other flatwork preferred
• Ability to follow a firm work schedule as directed by supervisor
• Must be well versed in construction site protocols, rules and code of conduct
• Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks requiring the use of independent judgment and action
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Comply with all safety policies and proceduresAbility to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that projects are completed properly
• Working safely is a condition of employment.

Working Conditions:

The Concrete Finisher has a physically strenuous and demanding job. The Concrete Finisher will be lifting, pulling, and managing heavy equipment and objects, requiring the use of PPE, Hardhat, Steel Toe Boots, and reflective vest to minimize risk on the worksite. The worksite environment for this position is outside in varying weather conditions.

Dexter Construction offers a competitive compensation and benefit package and is an equal opportunity employer.

We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.