(DEPARTMENTAL INTERNAL ONLY) ROAD & BRIDGE DEPARMENT - CONCRETE FINISHER (CANUTILLO WAREHOUSE)

EP ENERGY; Canutillo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays (16 per year)

Vacation accruals

Sick leave

Medical health benefits

Retirement plan (TCDRS)

Job summary

The Concrete Finisher role at El Paso County involves pouring and finishing concrete on roads, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks under supervision. You will support road, bridge, and facilities maintenance and may lead a crew to complete concrete tasks.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and several years of concrete experience, with the ability to operate heavy equipment and pass a background check. Excellent safety and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with four years in construction, preferably concrete or pavement work.
• Experience with concrete tools and equipment and safety practices.
• Ability to pass a background check and obtain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Remove broken concrete and set forms for pouring.
• Pour and finish concrete for roads, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks.
• Strip forms, backfill, and restore disturbed areas.
• Supervise crew performing concrete work.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs on concrete around county facilities.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Jackhammer use

Tamper operation

Concrete work

Heavy manual labor

Criminal background check

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Concrete saws

Wood saws

Backhoe

Jackhammer

Tamper

Shovel

Pick

Sledge hammer

Trucks & light tractors

Job description

Job Information

• POSITION IS LOCATED AT THE CANUTILLO WAREHOUSE***
• This posting is for current employees of the Road & Bridge Department only*

Minimum Qualifications

• POSITION IS LOCATED AT THE CANUTILLO WAREHOUSE***
• This posting is for current employees of the Road & Bridge Department only*

Acceptable Experience And Education

High School Diploma or equivalent, with four (4) years' experience in a construction related field preferably in concrete construction, or pavement experience; including the use of tools/equipment used in concrete construction; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certificates And Licenses Required

Must have or obtain by date of hire a valid driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso.

Essential Duties

• Removes broken concrete; ensures concrete forms are set into position for pouring concrete; ensures appropriate concrete depth is attained.
• Pours concrete; finishes surfaces of fresh concrete on roads, walkways, curb/gutter and other construction areas; ensures specific grade and contour is in compliance with County standard specifications and plans.
• Strips forms; back fills open areas; replaces disturbed landscaping; performs general clean‑up.
• Oversees the work of crew members performing concrete work.
• Digs and fills holes; patches cuts and holes in streets.
• Conducts repairs on storm drain inlets.
• Conducts minor maintenance repairs of concrete around County buildings and facilities.
• May serve as relief truck driver and/or equipment operator, or road/maintenance work.
• Substitutes, if assigned, for immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations.
• Attends and participates in meetings, training and information sessions.
• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field.
• Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts.
• Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.

Other Important Duties

• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
• May need to respond to emergency situations after normal working hours.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work place environment.
• As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.

Job Summary

The Concrete Finisher, under close and frequent supervision, performs the pouring and finishing of concrete on roads, curbs/gutter and sidewalks. The incumbent supports other assignments relating to the maintenance of County roads, bridges, parks and right‑of‑ways and performs related work as required.

Organizational Relationships

Reports to: Manager

Directs: As directed may supervise team to complete concrete work.

Other: Has frequent contact with other county employees and the general public

Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: Procedures of compaction; traffic control and safety procedures; the principles and practices of effective customer service principles, operation and servicing of trucks, light tractors and related automotive equipment; knowledge of traffic laws and regulations involved in equipment operation; materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of roads; the English language; principles and methods for the transportation of people or material.

Ability/Skill in: Operating backhoe, jackhammer, tamper, concrete and wood saws, shovel, pick, sledge hammer, etc. in order to complete necessary concrete work; set grade stakes; check grade cuts and fills; calculate material quantities, grade, slope and drainage; operate power/hand tools and equipment; understand and follow quick and accurately, oral and written instructions; ability to perform moderately heavy manual labor under any kind of weather conditions; operate trucks and light tractors and related automotive equipment; watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers and superiors; Pass a Criminal Background Investigation.

Necessary Elements Of Performance

• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
• Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;
• Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
• Maintain strict confidentiality;
• Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,
• Maintain and enhance the County's commitment to customer service excellence

Benefits

El Paso County offers a very comprehensive benefit package (some benefits may not apply to part time or temporary employees) consisting of the following:

• HOLIDAYS: 16 holidays per year as recognized.
• VACATION: Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry‑over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part‑time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full‑time employees. 10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service) 15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service) 20 days (15 years of service or over)
• SICK LEAVE: Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year.
• MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES: Military Leave – 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service; Bereavement Leave – 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends.
• Medical Health Benefits (Plan Costs – Biweekly Rates):
• EE Only $5.34
• EE & Spouse $145.30
• EE & Children $101.93
• EE & Family $200.09
• 6% Wellness Discount: EE Only – $5.02; EE & Spouse – $136.58; EE & Children – $95.81; EE & Family – $188.09
• Core Plan:
• EE Only – $35.70
• EE & Spouse – $226.41
• EE & Children – $174.96
• EE & Family – $322.25
• 6% Wellness Discount: EE Only – $33.56; EE & Spouse – $212.83; EE & Children – $164.46; EE & Family – $302.92
• RETIREMENT: Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.
• Deferred Compensation: Employees may defer earnings, on a pre‑tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.
• LIFE INSURANCE: Full‑time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.
• LONG‑TERM DISABILITY: The Long‑Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.
• SHORT‑TERM DISABILITY: The Short‑Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.
• RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE: Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.
• SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM: The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre‑tax basis.
• HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT: Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.
• EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP): Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.
• EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER: The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.