Concrete Finisher

Gioia Concrete Construction, Inc; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company %-

Paid time off

Job summary

Gioia Concrete Construction, Inc. is seeking a reliable Concrete Finisher for varied commercial and industrial sites in Ohio. You will work safely to finish concrete, read plans, and coordinate with the team to ensure quality results.

Responsibilities include reviewing pour plans, assisting with pumping operations, and ensuring forms and surfaces meet specs. Strong work ethic and willingness to train are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience placing and finishing concrete.
• Must have own tools (toolbelt, floats, trowels, edgers).
• Read and interpret drawings.
• Valid driver’s license; pre-employment drug screen.
• Able to lift 50 lbs; outdoor work in all weather.
• ACI Flatwork certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate finishing tools to level concrete and create textures.
• Review pour plans and inspect forms, subgrade, and embeds.
• Assist with truck chute and pump hose placement.
• Set and brace forms to required depths and slopes.
• Apply curing and sealing compounds and inspect finished surfaces.

Skills

Read drawings

Physical stamina

Safety-minded

Punctuality

Education

ACI Concrete Flatwork Finisher certification

Tools

Riding trowel machines

Power grinders

Bull floats

Vibrators

Laser level

Job description

Gioia Concrete Construction is a fast-growing commercial and industrial concrete construction company. We are looking for high-caliber, career-oriented individuals to join our team. As a member of our team, you will build projects you can be proud of while improving your trade and leadership skills. Every member of our team contributes to a safe and efficient job site, and everyoneshares inthe rewards of a job well done.

General Description:

The Concrete Finisher must work safely and productively on various sized concrete construction and/or civil and infrastructure project sites. A successful candidate in this role must be highly motivated and willing to complete any task assigned, along with performing the essential duties of the Concrete Finisher position. All employees are expected to communicate effectively, build relationships with other team members, and use goodjudgment. The Concrete Finisher is expected to have the ability to perform all duties of the positions preceding it, while being able to complete any other tasks assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use andmonitorquality and production of straight edge and “magic screed” to level/shape freshly poured concrete
• Reviewpourplans and inspect forms, subgrade, and embeds before placement
• Assistwith truck chute and pump hose to place fresh concrete
• Use “edger”,jointers, and straight edge to edge and joint concrete floors asrequired
• Create custom textures like rough/fine brooms, stamping, or exposed aggregate
• Operate light and advanced equipment (e.g., bull floats, vibrators, trowel machines, etc.) to level and treat concrete slab surfaces
• Set, align, and brace concrete forms to ensure the required depth and slope are achieved before pouring.
• Ensure proper form elevations are setutilizinga site or laser level
• Applying curing and sealing compounds.
• Patch voids, chip away rough spots, and grind high surfaces using power grinders or abrasive tools
• Inspect finished surfaces for quality and spec compliance (FF/FL tolerances)
• Layout and sawcut control joints in freshly poured concrete slabs
• Coach and trains apprentices and Concrete Finisher Technicians
• Clean andmaintainall hand and power tools used to place and finish fresh concrete

Requirements:

• Have at least 3 years of experience placing and finishing concrete
• Show up on time with proper attire, tools, and safety equipment to complete your daily work tasks.
• Carry own tools including toolbelt, floats, trowels, edgers, bucket,sledge hammer,etc
• Must bevery familiarwith riding trowel machines and the techniques of finishing a flat floor
• Control mixer trucks, pace, and correct concrete quantities
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Current valid driver’s license and pre-employment drug screen
• ACI Concrete Flatwork Finisher certification a plus
• Full-time, Monday–Friday with early starts; overtime available
• Ability to lift 50lbsand work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Competitive hourly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% company match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%
• Paid time off
• On-the-job training and a clear path for advancement into leadership roles

Gioia Concrete Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.