Cement Mason Foreman

Mortenson Construction; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in construction is seeking skilled professionals to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be responsible for leading concrete operations, ensuring quality and efficiency in every pour. You'll work closely with a diverse team, fostering collaboration and effective communication. Your expertise in reading blueprints and using specialized tools will be essential as you navigate the challenges of the job. If you have a positive attitude and a strong commitment to safety and quality, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join us in building the future, one project at a time!

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and safety regulations.
• Strong teamwork and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish work sequences to meet schedules and manage concrete pours.
• Lead team members and ensure quality during concrete installation.

Skills

Teamwork Orientation

Customer Service Skills

Detail Orientation

Mathematical Skills

Active Listening

Communication Skills

Tools

Trowel

Skid Saw

Chipping Gun

Grinders

Laser

Job description

KEY RESULT AREAS (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

1. Establish and adjust work sequences to meet schedule, using knowledge of capacities of equipment and assigned personnel.
2. Form concrete slab on grade.
3. Install edge forms.
4. Set screeds to ensure level surface.
5. Grind and patch required areas in concrete.
6. Set up laser and screeds for pre-concrete pour.
7. Direct operations during concrete pour.
8. Analyze and resolve work problems.
9. Ensure crew timecards are filled out and turned in.
10. Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
11. Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance.
12. All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operation and maintenance instructions, blueprints and schematic drawings, and procedure manuals.
2. Ability to use appropriate tools, including but not limited to: trowel, brush, bull float, screed, skid saw, transit, chipping gun, and grinders.
3. Strong teamwork orientation.
4. Positive attitude and professional customer service skills.
5. Detail orientation.
6. Knowledge of equipment and their uses.
7. Understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, & multiplication).
8. Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback.