Cement Mason: Build Infrastructure & Mentor Crews

Ames Construction, Inc.; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 33,062 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction, Inc. in the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro is seeking a Cement Finisher to join our heavy civil team.

You will set up forms, pour and finish concrete, and ensure quality workmanship on active project sites. Work involves reading blueprints, using power tools, and collaborating with crew members. Must pass pre-employment drug test and hold a valid driver's license; travel to multiple job sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation.
• Proven experience as a Cement Finisher or similar role.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and plans.
• Strong knowledge of concrete mixing, pouring, and finishing techniques.
• Familiarity with power tools and concrete finishing machinery.
• Physical stamina and strength for heavy materials and varied weather.
• Attention to detail and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and align forms for concrete according to blueprints or plans.
• Mix, pour, and spread concrete in specified proportions.
• Finish concrete using trowels, floats, and screeds.
• Monitor weather effects on curing and adjust as needed.
• Apply sealing and hardening components to curing surfaces.
• Create textured or decorative surfaces by imprinting patterns in fresh concrete.
• Cut expansion joints into concrete using saws and cutting tools.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment.
• Supervise and train junior workers on proper techniques.
• Maintain a clean job site and pick up tools and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

OSHA standards

Blueprint reading

Concrete finishing

Power tools

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Concrete finishing machinery

Job description

Ames Construction, Inc. in the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro is seeking a Cement Finisher to join our heavy civil team.

You will set up forms, pour and finish concrete, and ensure quality workmanship on active project sites. Work involves reading blueprints, using power tools, and collaborating with crew members. Must pass pre-employment drug test and hold a valid driver's license; travel to multiple job sites may be required.