Concrete Finisher Apprentice — Hands-On Training

Theuniversityunion; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of South Bend is seeking a hands-on helper for concrete and street maintenance in the Public Works - Sewers division. This full-time, non-exempt role involves learning curb and concrete finishing, operating various heavy equipment, and supporting snow removal during winter.

Successful candidates have a high school diploma, willingness to learn, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds. Pre-employment drug screening is required; union affiliation is Teamsters Local #364.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in concrete work, finishing, flat work is helpful but not required.
• Willingness to learn concrete finishing techniques, equipment operations, and department procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with curb and concrete flat finish work.
• Learn to operate track excavators, backhoes, skid loaders, front-end loaders, compressors with air hammers, walk-behind and hand-held concrete saws.
• Learn to operate trucks of varying weight designations.
• Must be able to lift or assist in lifting a minimum of 100 pounds.
• Assist with snow removal operations during the winter.
• Communicate with supervisor on daily job functions and training progress.
• Participate in required training related to equipment operation, concrete work, safety procedures, and department operations.
• Maintain equipment and work area on a daily basis.
• Other work may be assigned; may include assisting other departments.

Skills

Lifting up to 100 lbs

Willingness to learn

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Back-hoe

Skid loader

Front-end loader

Air hammer

Concrete saws

Job description

The City of South Bend is seeking a hands-on helper for concrete and street maintenance in the Public Works - Sewers division. This full-time, non-exempt role involves learning curb and concrete finishing, operating various heavy equipment, and supporting snow removal during winter.

Successful candidates have a high school diploma, willingness to learn, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds. Pre-employment drug screening is required; union affiliation is Teamsters Local #364.