Concrete Finisher

Parisi; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction materials company in Milwaukee is seeking a Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher to assist in concrete placement and finishing. Key responsibilities include smoothing concrete surfaces and arranging forms. Ideal candidates should have a valid driver’s license and preferable construction experience. This position requires adaptability to various working conditions, including nights and weekends, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. Union membership is encouraged but not required prior to employment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Prior construction experience preferred.
• Able to tolerate and work in dirty and dusty environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the placement of concrete and finishing surfaces.
• Smooth out concrete to ensure level surfaces.
• Arrange concrete forms and prepare surfaces.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Crane hand signals

Punctuality

Adaptability to weather

Education

High School diploma or GED

Class A CDL

Job description

Job Description

Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering.

With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

The Position

Under the direction of the Foreman, we're looking for a Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher responsible for safely assisting in the placement of concrete and final finishing of concrete surfaces, and perform other duties as assigned by the Foreman or other management.

• Smooth out concrete in segments to ensure the concrete poured is level.
• Fill roadways, driveways, sidewalks, bridges, and parking lots.
• Arrange the concrete forms and prepare surface.
• Level surfaces by using special blades, making sure all lumps and bubbles are smoothed over.
• Use wood or plastic forms to shape the concrete and hold it until it is set.
• Smooth high spots and fill depressions.
• Make concrete beams, columns, and panels.
• Finish corners by hand.
• Use machines that vibrate concrete to fill air pockets.
• Knowledge of and ability to safely use crane hand signals.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• A Class A CDL is strongly desired.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Prior construction experience preferred.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Able to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
• Be able to tolerate and work in variable weather conditions, and work in dirty and dusty environments, and crawl in close quarters to strip concrete forms.
• Member of a Local Cement Masons Union, or willingness to become a union member are required. Union membership is not required prior to employment. Our Human Resources Department is available to assist in that process as needed.
• Able to lift and carry up to 75lbs unassisted.
• Able to shoot grades.

The Benefits

• Our union employees enjoy the quality benefits provided by our union partners. Refer to your CBA with the local trade union for eligibility and benefit information.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affi​rmed_Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!