Concrete Finisher I

Douglas County Government (CO); Golden (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County Government (CO) seeks a skilled concrete worker to perform maintenance, repair, and new construction tasks in Public Works Operations. The role includes setting forms, finishing concrete, and training other workers to ensure adherence to specs and quality standards.

Responsibilities cover a wide range of concrete projects, from sidewalks to drainage structures, with availability for snow removal and emergency response. State CDL B within 6 months is required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED and 3 years of concrete removal, placement and finishing experience.
• Combination of experience and education may be considered.
• Must obtain CO CDL Class B within 6 months of hire; possible progression to Class A; DOT medical and drug/alcohol testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to replace, construct and finish concrete sidewalks, curbs, slabs, walls, and drainage structures.
• Prepare estimates and place orders for concrete.
• Perform snow/ice removal and traffic control as needed.
• Inspect and maintain daily equipment and vehicle condition.

Skills

Read blueprints

Communication

Math for estimates

Train others

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years concrete experience

Tools

Volumetric mix trucks

Mud jacks

Concrete pumps

Curb machines

Concrete saws

Job description

A person in this position performs highly skilled work completing a variety of concrete maintenance, repair, and construction assignments in Public Works Operations. This person removes material, sets forms, finishes concrete, assures that job quality is performed in accordance with current specifications, and provides training to other concrete workers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizes equipment and materials to replace, construct, and finish concrete sidewalks, curbs, slabs, walls, and drainage structures. Set concrete forms. Places and ties re-bar and reinforcement steel. Operates various types of concrete construction tools and equipment including volumetric mix trucks, mud jacks, concrete pumps, curb machines, concrete saws, and other concrete hand tools and equipment.
• Prepares estimates and places orders for concrete.
• Operates other vehicles and equipment including pickups, tandem axle trucks, tractor trailers, rollers, sweepers, loaders, backhoes, snowplows, sanders, motor graders, screening mills, paving machines, and other construction equipment.
• Interprets construction blueprints and designs and fabricates materials for new construction and repair. Sets and checks grades.
• Performs snow and ice removal and applies anti-icing and de-icing products. Required to be available during snow removal and emergency management situations.
• Assists with the setup and placement of traffic control signage and devices in work zones. Performs traffic flagging during construction activities in work zones.
• Makes repairs to fix potholes and other defects in concrete and asphalt roadways as needed.
• Responds to emergency situations including, but not limited to fires, flooding, and natural disasters.
• Performs equipment operator duties when not assigned to specific concrete project work.
• Performs daily equipment and vehicle inspections before use. Performs minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Demonstrates and promotes a professional appearance, proper personal conduct, and appropriate behavior.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Supervision is periodic, and work is reviewed for quality upon completion.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does not directly supervise other employees but frequently instructs others on concrete placement and finishing techniques.

INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT:

Work is often performed independently with minimal supervision on concrete construction projects. The work requires a high degree of skill and self-initiative to produce a quality concrete product.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

A high school diploma or GED and 3 years of related experience in the field of concrete construction, to include concrete removal, placement, and finishing. A combination of experience and education may be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

• Read and understand blueprints, diagrams and written and verbal instructions.
• Knowledge of the skills required to produce quality concrete work to repair and construct streets, sidewalks, slabs, walls, and other concrete projects.
• Knowledge of related safety practices and procedures.

Skills:

• Ability to perform mathematical computations for estimating material quantities.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Skill in the use of equipment and tools related to concrete construction.
• Skill in concrete project layout, form setting, and finishing.

Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to layout plans from blueprints or established plans.
• Ability to train other employees.
• Ability to read equipment gauges, manuals, and reports.
• Ability to distinguish equipment warning signals.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:

Must obtain a State of Colorado Commercial Driver License Class B within 6 months of hire. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. Incumbent is expected to obtain a Commercial Driver License Class A to achieve career progression in this classification series. Incumbents in this position must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Physical Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions with exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise, fumes, and chemicals.

Physical Demands:

This job performs heavy physical labor for extended periods of time requiring the ability to lift a maximum of 100 pounds and frequently lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds. Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and climbing is required. Requires good hand/eye and hand/foot coordination to operate tools, equipment, and vehicles. Ability to perform continuous strenuous physical labor for up to 10 hours a day (may exceed 12 hours during snow removal or emergency construction situations).

Material and Equipment Directly Used:

Concrete, admixtures, curing compounds, sealants, sand, gravel, salt, and other aggregates. Volumetric mix trucks, mud jacks, concrete pumps, curb machines, concrete saws, and other concrete hand tools and equipment. Dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, excavators, compactors, pickups, and other heavy equipment.