Concrete Finisher

Standard Constructors, Inc; Seadrift (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Constructors, Inc. is seeking a skilled Concrete Finisher in Texas to pour, level, form, and finish concrete, and operate troweling equipment in an industrial construction setting with safety as a priority.

Readiness to vibrate concrete, place and finish, inspect work, and assist other trades on heavy civil projects and industrial facilities is required. Must be able to handle physical demands and various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years' concrete finishing experience.
• Experience on heavy civil construction commercial job sites or industrial facilities.
• Ability to learn safety hazards and use tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Understand vibrating concrete technique.
• Place, finish, protect, and repair concrete for projects.
• Place and spread concrete using various tools and level/float the surface.
• Inspect completed work for proper installation.
• Cut rods to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, or bar cutters.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Pouring

Leveling

Forming

Troweling

Tool operation

Safety awareness

Tools

Troweling machine

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Metal shears

Hacksaws

Bar cutters

Job description

The Concrete Finisher must have strong basic knowledge of pouring, leveling, forming, troweling, troweling machine for finishing, and concrete. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in an industrial facility on construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

• Understand the purpose and proper technique for vibrating concrete
• Place, finish, protect, and repair concrete for projects
• Place and spread concrete using various tools and level/float the surface per project specifications.
• Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation
• Cut rods to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, or bar cutters
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Experience And Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years' concrete finishing experience
• Experience working on heavy civil construction commercial job sites and/or industrial facilities

Physical

• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
• Hand/eye coordination
• Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
• Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• May be required to work in confined spaces
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
• Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
• Ability to use math/complete calculations
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details

Work Environment

The job will primarily be on or around construction/turnaround sites in petrochemical operational units and include possible hazardous environments such as confined spaces and working at heights. Exposure to loud noises, dust, dirt, irritants and smoke may occur. Special Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be necessary to control some hazardous environments. Additional forms of PPE may be required depending on the particular project. Safety requirements must be verified and meet standards set forth by client permits, policies and procedures, and be performed in compliance with all federal, state and local laws or ordinances before work activities can begin.

Standard Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.