Concrete Finisher

Alabama Grading & Excavation; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks of paid time off

Job summary

Alabama Grading & Excavation is seeking a Concrete Finisher in Gadsden, Alabama, to manage essential concrete tasks such as checking forms, pouring, and finishing. Candidates should be physically capable and skilled in teamwork and communication.

The role offers a supportive work environment, professional growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance after 30 days.

Expect a typical schedule of 50 hours per week, with a focus on employee well-being and personal needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in concrete finishing and working with specialized equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs consistently.
• Familiarity with proper handling of construction materials.

Responsibilities

• Check and align forms, facilitate concrete pouring, and level and smooth concrete.
• Collaborate with tradespeople like engineers and electricians.
• Apply curing or surface treatments to finished concrete.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Communication

Job description

What you will do:

• Form work: Checking and aligning forms, bolting, nailing, and blocking
• Pouring: Facilitating concrete pouring
• Spreading: Spreading, leveling, and smoothing the concrete using specialized equipment
• Finishing: Using screeds to remove excess concrete and fill gaps, and molding expansion joints and edges
• Treatments: Applying curing or surface treatments

How you will help:

• Collaborate with other tradespeople, such as engineers, electricians, plumbers, truck drivers, and operators.
• A valid government ID and reliable transportation.
• They should also be familiar with proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Be able to lift and carry materials and tools weighing up to 50 lbs repeatedly and continuously over time. Other physical requirements include sitting, standing, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing, and kneeling.
• Concrete finishers should also be able to work in environments where temperatures and noise levels can fluctuate, and have near visual acuity to review written documentation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What’s in it for you:

The best companies show genuine care for their employees. We know that when you’re happy at work, you do your best — it’s that simple. Expect a helping hand when you need it and true appreciation for the value you provide. It’s easy to succeed when you enjoy your work and when your workplace is grateful to have you.

Professional Growth

• Opportunity to create necessary change, drive the direction of the company's growth, and grow your role.

Well Being

• Time Off
  • 3 weeks of shutdowns per year (4th of July week and 2 weeks between Christmas and New Year's)
  • 3 days for Thanksgiving
  • All major holidays
• Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available after 30 days

*Time and benefits package can be further tailored to your individual needs, we care about what’s important to you personally.

Typical schedule:

50-hour work weeks. 7-5:30 M-F (depending on job and crew needs)

2-hour radius around Gadsden -do not report to shop daily

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.