Concrete Finisher Laborer

Riley Brothers, Inc.; Henderson (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Utility Infrastructure in the United States is seeking a Concrete Finisher Laborer to join our field crew. You will prepare, place, smooth, level, and finish poured concrete using hand and power tools, set forms, and coordinate with foremen to meet project specifications.

Required: 2+ years of concrete finishing experience, a valid State Driver’s License, ability to pass MVR and a DOT physical, plus a pre-employment drug screen.

Qualifications

• Two (2+) years of experience in concrete finishing.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid State Driver’s License required; MVR and DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, place, smooth, level, and finish poured concrete using hand and power tools.
• Set and align formwork, place reinforcement, and repair or restore concrete surfaces.
• Direct truck drivers and pump operators during concrete placement.
• Consolidate concrete with vibrators and monitor curing conditions.
• Follow safety protocols and coordinate with foremen and other trades.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Hand and power tools

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries. We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, 5 Star Electric, Superior Hydrovac and Superior Pipeline Services.

Position Title: Concrete Finisher Laborer

Pay Rate: $21.00 - $25.00

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Classification: Non-Exempt

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Concrete Finisher Laborer is responsible to prepare, place, smooth, level, and finish poured concrete using hand and power tools, set and align formwork, place reinforcement, cut joints, apply curing/sealing compounds, and repair or restore concrete surfaces. These duties include screeding, floating, troweling, forming, jointing, and monitoring curing conditions to meet project specifications.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Spread, strike off, and screed freshly poured concrete to correct elevation and flatness.
• Direct truck drivers and pump operators during concrete placement.
• Consolidate concrete using vibrators to remove air pockets.
• Build, set, align, brace, and dismantle forms for slabs, sidewalks, curbs, walls, and steps.
• Check forms for proper construction, pitch, depth, and alignment.
• Install and tie rebar, wire mesh, and other reinforcement materials.
• Ensure correct spacing, cover, and support per structural requirements.
• Float surfaces using bull floats, magnesium floats, and darbies.
• Trowel surfaces manually or with power trowels to achieve specified finish.
• Produce broom, smooth, stamped, exposed aggregate, or decorative finishes.
• Cut control joints using jointers or early-entry saws.
• Form expansion joints and finish slab edges using edging tools.
• Apply curing compounds, sealers, or waterproofing materials.
• Monitor weather conditions (wind, heat, cold) affecting curing.
• Patch voids, fill cracks, grind high spots, and repair damaged concrete.
• Chip, scrape, and smooth surfaces using pneumatic or hand tools.
• Operate power vibrator to compact concrete.
• Excavate, grade, and prepare subbase for concrete placement.
• Follow safety protocols, wear PPE, and report hazards. Follow OSHA and company safety guidelines.
• Clean job sites, tools, and equipment; maintain safe work areas.
• Coordinate with foremen, laborers, and other trades to ensure efficient workflow.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Success Factors:

• Experience finishing, smoothing, and leveling concrete surfaces.
• Ability to use concrete finishing tools and equipment.
• Ability to follow job-site safety procedures and work as part of a team.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to lift regularly lift over 50 pounds, crouching, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience and Education:

• Two (2+) plus years’ experience working in construction concrete finishing.
• High school diploma or equivalent desired.
• Possession of a valid State Driver’s License is required.
• Candidates must pass Motor Vehicle Record (MVR check, a Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated physical as a requirement of the job and pass a pre‑employment drug screen

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)background checks and pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Notes:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver License

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