Concrete Finisher Apprentice — Learn & Grow on Big Projects

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors, LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors, LLC in Sterling, VA is seeking a Concrete Finisher Apprentice to join our field team. The role centers on placing, finishing and curing concrete under supervision, with project timelines guiding performance expectations.

Candidates will gain hands-on experience while learning blueprint reading, ACI finishing, silica awareness, and safety practices. Travel may be required; reliable attendance and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• There are no minimum educational requirements.
• Have general knowledge of basic concrete and hand tools.
• Five (5) years of construction concrete or related construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Completes concrete place and finish trade work.
• Takes direction from supervisor (foreman or superintendent).
• Learns trade of placing, consolidating, and finishing concrete.
• Learns methods for screeding concrete to correct elevations.
• Learns methods/techniques for placing and consolidating concrete to appropriate grade.
• Learns methods for finishing concrete including timing requirements for different finish types.
• Learns how different mix designs and admixtures affect placing and finishing.
• Learns process for achieving floor flatness and levelness requirements.
• Learns techniques for curing concrete.
• Learns techniques for early entry saw cutting control joints in concrete.
• Learns tools and equipment associated with place and finish operations.
• Learns methods for concrete surface and structural repairs.
• Completes ACI certification course for placing and finishing concrete.
• Introduced to reading and understanding blueprint and specification reading.
• Completes silica awareness training.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Communication

Tool handling

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors, LLC in Sterling, VA is seeking a Concrete Finisher Apprentice to join our field team. The role centers on placing, finishing and curing concrete under supervision, with project timelines guiding performance expectations.

Candidates will gain hands-on experience while learning blueprint reading, ACI finishing, silica awareness, and safety practices. Travel may be required; reliable attendance and clear communication are essential.