Traveling Concrete Finisher — Forms & Finishing Pro

B; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Commercial Concrete Finisher position on a construction site involves preparing, pouring, placing and finishing concrete. Duties include erecting forms for floors, walls, columns, tilt-wall structures, and other cast‑in‑place concrete elements per specifications and drawings.

The role requires reading drawings, setting forms to precise elevations, maintaining tools and safety standards, and clear communication with the crew to resolve issues and ensure quality.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings and prints.
• Experience in construction or contracting industry is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand drawings and prints.
• Build and assemble wood or metal forms for concrete floors, slabs, walls, columns, tilt-walls, and elevated slabs.
• Set and place forms to correct elevations and locations; assist with reinforcing steel as needed.
• Set and erect forms using various materials and forming systems, primarily symon forms.
• Verify accuracy of structures using plumb bob, level, laser, or digital transit.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Communicate with Foreman, Riding Boss, or Project Manager about problems, materials, or safety hazards.
• Ensure equipment is in safe working condition.
• Assist with placement of concrete as needed.

Skills

Reading drawings

Form construction

Safety compliance

Communication

Tools

Symon forms

Concrete forms

Job description

Commercial Concrete Finisher position on a construction site involves preparing, pouring, placing and finishing concrete. Duties include erecting forms for floors, walls, columns, tilt-wall structures, and other cast‑in‑place concrete elements per specifications and drawings.

The role requires reading drawings, setting forms to precise elevations, maintaining tools and safety standards, and clear communication with the crew to resolve issues and ensure quality.