Concrete Finisher

Jefferson County, Colorado; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County in Colorado seeks a Concrete Finisher for the Road & Bridge Division. You will smooth and finish poured concrete floors, walls, sidewalks, inlets, and ramps to spec, read blueprints, and set forms.

You will also operate equipment for road maintenance, snow plowing, and safety compliance. The role involves a 4-day Mon-Thu schedule (seasonal shift to Mon-Fri during Dec–Feb) and a pay range of $35.10–$39.00 per hour, with benefits and retirement matching.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Experience: Three (3) years of general concrete work or similar
• Certifications/Licenses: Driver’s License
• Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable

Responsibilities

• Smooth and finish concrete surfaces per textures and specs.
• Read plans to set forms and fasten steel; build/repair structures.
• Operate/drive equipment for road maintenance and snow plowing; ensure safety.

Skills

Concrete finishing

ADA ramps

Reading blueprints

Skidsteer

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:

11/04/26

Division

Road & Bridge Division

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

As our Concrete Finisher, you will be responsible for performing concrete repair, maintenance, construction and finishing work for the Road and Bridge Division. You will smooth and finish poured concrete floors, walls, sidewalks, inlets, retaining walls or curbs to specified textures. Float groove and edge surfaces as required. Build and repair bridge decks, drop boxes, head and wing walls, curb and gutter, sidewalks, flow pan and ADA ramps as necessary. Operate and/or drive equipment or vehicles used in the construction, maintenance, snow plowing and repair of county roads. Follow all safety rules and regulations.

Schedule

This position typically operates on 4-day work week, Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-4:30pm. Please note that during December through the end of February the schedule will be Monday-Friday, 7:00AM-3:30PM.

Compensation

Hiring Range: $35.10 – $39.00 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

Benefits

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.

Essential Duties

• Responsible for smoothing and finishing surfaces of poured concrete floors, walls, sidewalks, inlets, retaining walls, or curbs to specified textures to provide a pleasing appearance and a sound structure. Prepare concrete base including setting wood forms and positioning steel; measure and pour concrete; finish concrete; remove wooden forms, backfill soil, and clean site. Finish concrete to a level plane and sound structure by screening, floating, troweling, and brooming. Float groove and edge surface as required. Build and repair bridge decks, drop boxes, head and wing walls, curb and gutter, sidewalks, flow pan, and ADA ramps as necessary.
• Read and interpret plans to set forms and fasten steel rods and braces.
• Perform construction site tasks by assisting with needed actions. Ensure flagging, traffic control, public safety and crew safety requirements are met for work zone. Act as lead worker for small crews.
• Safely operate and drive equipment or vehicles used in the construction, maintenance, snow plowing, and repair of county roads. Perform equipment and vehicle pre/post-trip inspections as defined by federal guidelines, and inspect other items affecting safe operations. Perform routine cleaning and minor maintenance, as necessary.
• Inspect and prepare all equipment for use by performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on trucks and equipment, including fueling, cleaning, lubricating, and changing tires. Plan and request maintenance service and repair for specific equipment. Prepare equipment for specific uses by making necessary modifications.
• Report incidents, accidents, traffic violations, damage to equipment, vehicles, and utilities.
• Ensure the various components of the Road & Bridge Safety Management Program are adhered to including the proper use of PPE. Ensure a safe environment consistent with regulatory and organizational requirements and needs.
• Keep time, activity, mileage records, and logs.
• Respond to emergencies and snow removal operations 24 hours a day seven days a week. Report to an assigned shop within one hour of being called.
• Responsible for assisting with the basic development and training of fellow employees.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned at various locations.

Qualifications

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Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certificate
• Experience: Three (3) years of general concrete work or similar
• Certifications/Licenses: Driver’s License
• Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Experience with concrete finishing, ADA ramps, sitting forms, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters
• Experience with building concrete walls
• Experience reading blueprints and engineering surveys
• Experience with Skidsteer
• Active CDL

Additional Requirements

• Driver’s License: Positions that require driving on County business in either a county or personal vehicle require a valid Colorado’s driver’s license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, and Motor Vehicle Record check.
• Must obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement and Air Brake restriction removed as well as a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card within 12months of hire.
• Must acquire Flagger Certification within six weeks of hire.
• May be required to obtain Traffic Control Supervisor, Stormwater Management, and/or Erosion Control certifications.
• May be required to obtain a Class A CDL and a Hazmat endorsement.
• Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.
• Jefferson County adheres to pre- and post-employment drug testing regulations for positions requiring a CDL. In following Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Jefferson County is required to contact previous employers to obtain information on past alcohol and drug testing.
• Jefferson County adheres to all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, including FMCSA rule 391.11 (b) (2): Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.

Education

GED, High School Diploma

Experience

Work Experience: Minimum three years

Certifications

Driver's License - Driver's License - Any State

Languages

Category

Maintenance & Trades