Pour Finisher (Travel)

orionhiddencareers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Orion is seeking a skilled concrete finisher in Houston to smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete such as floors, sidewalks, and curbs. You will align forms, patch voids, and use saws for expansion joints, while following safety protocols and company values.

The role requires at least three years of relevant experience, ability to work in varying conditions, and physical endurance to perform demanding tasks with concrete equipment.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience finishing concrete structures, pier foundations, steel forming systems, and pouring concrete.
• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Be able to lift, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach to perform everyday job tasks.

Responsibilities

• Signal concrete truck driver to position vehicle for pouring.
• Move discharge chute to direct concrete into forms.
• Spread concrete into inaccessible sections with a rake or shovel.
• Level concrete to depth and workability with screen and floats.
• Finish concrete surfaces and rub with an abrasive stone.
• Patch holes and defects with fresh concrete or epoxy.
• Mold expansion joints and edges.
• Sprinkle color materials to achieve prescribed finish.
• Direct subgrade work, mixing, and form setting.
• Maintain equipment and tools to ensure longevity.

Skills

Finish concrete surfaces

Read forms/blueprints

Safety compliance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Cement mixing machines

Power trowels

Small mechanical hoists

Surveying equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary purpose of this position is to smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete such as floors, walkways, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. One will align forms for sidewalks, curbs, and gutters, patch voids, and use saws to cut expansion joints.

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, most importantly with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Signals concrete truck driver to position vehicle to facilitate pouring concrete.
• Moves discharge chute of truck to direct concrete into forms.
• Spreads concrete into inaccessible sections of forms with a rake or shovel.
• Levels concrete to specified depth and workable consistency with handheld screen and floats to bring water to the surface and produce a soft topping.
• Smooths and shapes surfaces of freshly poured concrete.
• Finishes concrete surfaces and wets and rubs concrete with an abrasive stone to finish.
• Removes rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces and patches holes with fresh concrete or epoxy compound.
• Molds expansion joints and edges.
• Sprinkles colored stone chips, powdered steel, or coloring powder on concrete to produce the prescribed finish.
• Produces rough concrete surface with a broom.
• Mixes cement with hoe or concrete-mixing machine.
• Directs subgrade work, mixing of concrete, and setting of forms.
• Breaks up and repairs old concrete surfaces.
• Maintains equipment and tools to ensure long-lasting use.
• Operates all equipment and tools required to do each job, which may include cement mixing machines, power trowels, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and other instruments.
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others the incumbent encounters.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of three years of experience finishing concrete structures, pier foundations, steel forming systems, and pouring concrete is requested. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Additionally, the incumbent must:
  • Be able to work in constant change in weather and site conditions.
  • Be able to lift, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach to perform everyday job tasks.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
• This individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate and executive.
• The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

Compensation & Benefits:

An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include:

• Medical, including Prescription Drugs
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
• Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career Growth & Development

Candidates that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law.