Flatwork Finisher-Residential And Commercial

Builder's Bloc; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Builder’s Bloc in the greater St. Louis area is seeking an Experienced Flatwork Finisher for a union position. The role offers a residential scale of $37.68 per hour and potentially higher for commercial projects.

Work alternates between residential and commercial sites, roughly half the time on each type of job. The position is full-time in the St. Charles, MO area, with a union payroll and standard safety requirements.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience finishing residential basements, garages, sidewalks, or porches.
• Ability to work independently and stay on schedule.
• Ability to lift 5 to 100 pounds and carry materials.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to pass background check and drug screen.
• Must provide own tool belt and personal tools.

Responsibilities

• Complete slick trowel finishes (basements, slabs).
• Complete broom finishes (driveways, sidewalks, porches).
• Operate skid steers and bobcats.
• Set up and prep work.
• Provide training support to less experienced employees.
• Take direction from foreman to meet customer expectations.

Skills

Residential finishing

Independent work

Physical stamina

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Experienced Flatwork Finisher

This is a union position with a union scale wages. Journeyman residential scale is $37.68 per hour for residential. Would be more for commercial. Half your time will be on residential jobs and half on commercial jobs.

Minimum requirements include:

• 2 or more years of experience finishing residential basements, garages, sidewalks, porches etc.
• Ability to work independently in the job and stay on schedule
• Ability to carry, lift, or hold building materials weighing 5 to 100 pounds
• Flexibility with work locations and commuting
• Demonstrated ability to work outside and take direct feedback in a hardworking environment
• Demonstrated consistent attendance and strong performance in previous positions
• Must pass a background check and drug screen
• Must provide your own tool belt and personal tools. (larger power tools are provided on the job site).

Builder’s Bloc has opportunities for a Flatwork Finisher. The ideal candidate has experience using hand tools and power tools, is physically conditioned for challenging manual labor, prefers working outside, can handle working in all weather conditions, knows how to hustle to get the work done, and can handle direct, constructive feedback. We are looking for construction workers with 2 or more years of experience who can help train less experienced team members.

A willingness to work hard, take feedback, learn from others, and show up every day is required! Meeting those requirements will lead to a steady career with job satisfaction.

Job duties include:

• Complete slick trowel finishes (basements, slabs)
• Complete Broom finishes (driveways, sidewalks, porches)
• Operate skid steers, bobcats
• Setup and prep work
• Providing training support to less experienced employees
• Taking direction from the job foreman to stay on schedule and meet customer expectations

Work is based in or around the greater St. Louis metro area plus other locations in Missouri and Illinois. Work locations can vary as projects are completed and new projects begin. Employee’s place of residence is taken into consideration; however, some projects may require a longer commute. The work schedule is Monday to Friday during the day. Work schedules can vary based on weather and project timelines. Flexibility in both schedule and commute is key.

Builder’s Bloc is a locally owned, St. Louis based, union company that was founded in 1946. Many Builder’s Bloc employees have a 20+ year career with the company because of their dependability, benefits, and consistent growth.

What our employees have to say:

“Even during a downturn in the economy, the company always kept me working. Never had a lack of work.”

“I’ve never had to worry about pay. I’ve never had to worry about work.”

“You have to build up endurance. Move the lumber, wrap the Tyvek. The sooner you get that done, the sooner you can move on to the job you like. It is a very rewarding job because you can see what you have done.”

“Commercial work is more impersonal. I would rather build a house. It feels like it makes more of a difference for people. There are steady hours and plenty of work.”

“Employees here gain value by showing up and doing good work. Establish yourself and you have strong future.”

Location

St. Charles, MO

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

36.48 DOE