Concrete Finisher Form Setter

E-Z Bel; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee wellness program

Scholarship program

Company events

Job summary

E-Z Bel Construction, LLC is seeking an experienced Concrete Finisher / Form Setter to build, align, and finish formwork for sidewalks, driveways, and ramps. You will prepare, place, screed, and finish concrete to spec while maintaining proper grade, slope, and quality.

Work is outdoors year-round with emphasis on safety and accuracy. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of concrete form setting and finishing experience, reads drawings, and is proficient with common finishing tools.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets construction drawings, layouts and elevations.
• Proficient with hand and power tools used in form setting and finishing.
• Familiar with ADA/TxDOT specs and standard concrete practices.

Responsibilities

• Read layouts and formwork designs; set and brace forms for concrete work.
• Install form hardware, wall ties, and expansion joints per specs.
• Ties and places rebar and wire mesh as required; sets grade and alignment.
• Screed and finish concrete with edgers, floats, and brooms; operate finishing equipment.
• Coordinate with concrete truck drivers for staging and pour sequencing.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow all safety protocols.
• Perform traffic control and flagging as needed; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading drawings

Elevation markings

Finishing skills

Safety awareness

Layout interpretation

Tools

Bull Float

Edgers

Screed

Trowels

Walk-behind screed

Vibrators

Grinders

Job description

POSITION SUMMARYWe are looking for an experienced Concrete Finisher / Form Setter to join our crew. This position performs skilled work in building, setting, and aligning formwork for sidewalks, driveways, ramps, curbs, gutters, and other concrete structures. You will prepare, place, screed, and finish concrete to spec, ensuring correct grade, slope, and quality. Work is hands-on, outdoors year-round, and requires precision, physical strength, and safe operation of tools and equipment.YOUR ROLERead and follow layouts, elevations, and formwork designs provided by the Foreman or Survey crew.Set, align, and brace wood, steel, and SIM forms for flatwork, curbs, ramps, and structural concrete.Install form hardware, wall ties, chamfer strips, expansion joints, rebar chairs, and bracing systems per specs.Use smart levels, measuring tapes, string lines, and grade pins to confirm elevation, slope, and alignment.Cut and prepare form materials, stakes, and strong backs to required dimensions.Place, tie, and cut rebar and wire mesh to size, ensuring correct spacing and overlap.Install detectable warnings, ADA-compliant ramp slopes, armored joints, and embedded fixtures.Screed concrete to proper elevation, keeping correct slope for drainage.Finish concrete using edgers, hand floats, jointers, brooms, and other finishing tools.Operate walk-behind screeds, vibrators, and finishing machines safely.Coordinate with concrete truck drivers for staging, chute placement, and pour sequencing.Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas.Follow all company safety protocols, including PPE use, fall protection, and confined space procedures.Perform traffic control and flagging duties as required to ensure the safety of workers, equipment, and the traveling public.Perform other duties as assigned.WHAT YOU BRING3–5 years of experience in concrete form setting and finishing (or equivalent training).Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, layouts, and elevation markings.Skilled with hand tools, power tools, and finishing equipment.Knowledge of ADA, TxDOT, and standard concrete specifications preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork is performed outdoors year-round in all conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and other harsh weather. Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods. Regularly lifts up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs. with assistance while handling formwork, tools, and materials. Must tolerate dust, noise, and vibration common to construction environments.BENEFITSCompetitive medical, dental, and vision coverageVoluntary benefits including life, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance401(k) retirement planQuarterly bonusPaid Time Off (PTO), and paid holidaysEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resourcesTuition reimbursement and continuing education supportScholarship program for dependents of eligible employeesCompany events, community engagement opportunities, and quarterly State of the Company meetingsE-Z Bel Construction, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. E-Z Bel Construction, LLC participates in E-Verify, a federal system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.You should be proficient in:Concrete Installation & FinishingADAConcrete PourGradeLayoutRebarJointsMachines & technologies you'll use:Bull FloatCome-alongsEdgersScreedTrowelsGrinders