Senior Concrete Finisher / Craftsman

The Contractor Consultants; Whitehall (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay cycle

Prevailing wage opportunities

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life ins.

Retirement Savings Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Baseline Contracting Inc. is hiring a Senior Concrete Finisher / Craftsman to join our premier Field Operations team, headquartered in Coplay, PA.

You will work on high-profile infrastructure, including bridge decks, parapets, and slipforms, delivering precision finishes and long-lasting durability. This role requires mastery in concrete finishing, tool fluency with trowels and power equipment, and a strong work ethic for year-round outdoor work in Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of documented experience in professional structural concrete finishing.
• Elite proficiency with hand trowels, mag floats, bull floats, walking edgers, mechanical power trowels, and vibrating screeds.
• Deep understanding of concrete mix behavior, slump variations, and weather impacts on finishing.
• Capacity to perform intensive outdoor labor in PA weather.

Responsibilities

• Finish fresh concrete surfaces to exact grading, slope, and cosmetic specs with hand tools and power trowels.
• Lead or assist in setting and aligning fixed forms; direct pouring, spreading, and rough leveling of material.
• Smooth expansion joints to prevent cracking and ensure longevity under load.
• Apply curing compounds, sealers, and coatings per PennDOT and client standards.
• Oversee cleanup and maintenance of finishing tools and equipment.
• Enforce safety procedures and OSHA regulations on all active work zones.
• Collaborate with crew to meet production targets without compromising quality.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Tool fluency

Weather resilience

Physical stamina

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Hand trowels

Mag floats

Bull floats

Walking edgers

Power trowels

Vibrating screeds

Job description

Company Name: Baseline Contracting Inc

Location: Coplay, PA (Regional Field Operations)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Industry: Heavy Highway, Civil Concrete Infrastructure & Bridge Construction

Pay Range: $25.00 – $45.00 per hour (Based on Experience)

Incentives: Reliable Weekly Pay Cycle + Immediate Prevailing Wage Opportunities

The Opportunity

Showcase Your Craftsmanship on High-Profile Infrastructure.

Baseline Contracting, Inc. is hiring a skilled Senior Concrete Finisher / Craftsman to join our premier Field Operations team. Headquartered in Coplay, we are an established leader in heavy highway and civil concrete construction, delivering high-spec projects for PennDOT, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, local municipalities, and major commercial or industrial clients.

This role is designed for a true master of the trade who takes immense pride in the final product. You will work on signature, high-visibility structural elements—including bridge decks, retaining walls, slipform and fixed-form parapets, and complex site architectural features. If you are a dependable, detail-oriented professional looking for a secure career, steady year-round work, and access to premium prevailing wage contracts, Baseline Contracting offers an environment where your skills are respected and rewarded.

What You Will Be Doing

You will hold responsibility for the final structural aesthetic, texture, and longevity of our concrete placements:

• Surface Engineering: Expertly finish fresh concrete surfaces to exact grading, slope, and cosmetic specifications using a complete arsenal of manual hand tools and mechanical power trowels.
• Formwork & Layout Alignment: Lead or assist in setting, aligning, and securing structural fixed forms; direct the pouring, spreading, and rough leveling of raw material.
• Surgical Treatment: Smooth, edge, groove, and cut precise expansion joints in freshly placed concrete to prevent cracking and guarantee structural longevity under load conditions.
• Material Preservation: Correctly apply chemical curing compounds, surface sealers, and protective coatings according to strict PennDOT and client engineering standards.
• Asset Maintenance: Oversee the cleaning, maintenance, and storage of high-end finishing tools, screeds, floats, and power equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Safety Stewardship: Enforce a safety-first field culture, strictly adhering to company safety procedures and OSHA regulations across all active work zones.
• Production Calibration: Partner with your crew to hit aggressive production targets without compromising our signature quality benchmarks.

What You Need To Succeed (Qualifications)

• Trade Expertise: 2+ years of documented experience in professional structural concrete finishing is highly preferred.
• Tool Fluency: Elite proficiency with hand trowels, mag floats, bull floats, walking edgers, mechanical power trowels, and vibrating screeds.
• Material IQ: A deep technical understanding of concrete mix behavior, slump variations, and how shifting weather impacts the optimal timing window for finishing.
• Physical Stamina: The capacity to perform intensive, physically demanding outdoor labor in all Pennsylvania weather conditions over extended shifts.
• Logistics Assets: Possess reliable personal transportation to guarantee punctual arrival at assigned regional jobsites.
• Education: No formal degrees, specific licenses, or trade certifications are required to apply.
• Market Demand: Highly skilled finish craftsmen capable of completing specialized structural bridge parapets and high-tolerance commercial slabs reside in the top 5th percentile of demand across Eastern Pennsylvania, resulting in long-term career security and stable compensation tracks.

Compensation & Premium Benefits

We reward technical precision and reliable leadership with a robust total rewards package:

• Top-Tier Earnings: $25.00 – $45.00 per hour strictly based on your field experience and finishing capabilities.
• Enhanced Income Potential: Access to high-yield Prevailing Wage projects offering significantly elevated hourly compensation rates.
• Income Reliability: Dependable weekly pay cycle to keep your earnings consistent.
• Health & Security: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance structures.
• Future Security: Corporate Retirement Savings Program to invest in your long-term goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous allocations for Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Professional Assets: Advanced personal protective equipment (PPE) and high-quality safety gear provided directly by the company.
• Professional Development: Direct access to paid continuous technical training and recognized trade certifications.

About Baseline Contracting Inc.

Baseline Contracting, Inc. is a recognized leader in high-spec civil concrete infrastructure. Our reputation is anchored by an absolute commitment to craftsmanship, safety, and modern construction innovation. We maintain a professional, supportive field environment where hard work is celebrated and tradespeople are given the stability to build an outstanding, career-long legacy.

Learn more at: www.baselinecontracting.com

Baseline Contracting Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. A professional onboarding review will be conducted in accordance with regional regulations.