Concrete Finisher

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, the Concrete Finisher performs a variety of semi-skilled to skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, or repair of sidewalks, curbs, gutters, catch basins, storm drains, and streets. This position has responsibility for laying out, forming, and finishing concrete construction projects within the street maintenance division; and performs other related duties as required .?

This is a 2 year position for Prop W.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Breaks up and removes damaged concrete, removes tree roots, fills and performs grading, repairs sprinkler system layouts, constructs shoring braces, and prepares and replaces all surfaces during project work.

• Reads and interprets plans, blueprints, sketches, and specifications; lays out jobs; and sets out concrete forms. Grinds concrete, delivers work project supplies such as basic asphalt, lumber, and related tools and equipment.

• Maintains, repairs, catch basins, culverts, and concrete block walls; performs general carpentry, brick work, and color stamping as required for the project.

• Spreads and finishes concrete; strips forms , backfills, and otherwise cleans and restores work site.

• Operates a variety of equipment and uses various hand tools in the completion of assigned tasks; ensures equipment and tools are maintained in good operating condition and follows established work and safety practices and procedures.

• Assists in the performance of other street maintenance tasks. Answers emergency calls as needed and assists other divisions and agencies in taking appropriate action .

• Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions:?Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more is also required . Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold and in confined spaces. The incumbent may use cleaning and mixing chemicals, which may expose the employee to fumes or airborne particles, and the incumbents may be exposed to mechanical, plumbing, and/or electrical hazards. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles, and often work with constant interruptions. The incumbent may be required to respond to after hours emergency call-outs and perform routine standby duties.

• High school diploma/ equivalent.

• License/Certificate:?Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Missouri CDL driver's license.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Concrete Finisher may be considered by the City .

• A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of two years of general public works construction and maintenance experience that includes experience in performing concrete construction or repair.

?Applicants will be required , as a prerequisite to employment , to successfully pass

• A background check

• P hysical examination - including a drug screen

T he cost of these prerequisites will be paid by the City .

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

• The methods, techniques, tools, materials, and equipment used in concrete forming and finishing work

• Basic safety precautions and procedures

• Traffic laws and rules involved in truck and equipment operations, including traffic control procedures

• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations

• Methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments

• Modern office procedures, practices methods, and equipment, including a computer and applicable software

• Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation

• Proper English, spelling, and grammar

• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.?

Ability to:

• Perform skilled concrete forming and finishing work

• R ead and interpret plans and specifications

• W ork in the absence of supervision

• U se hand and power tools such as jackhammer, concrete saw, concrete grinder

• C ommunicate effectively both orally and in writing

• W ork safely, independently, and with others

• U se and care for tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner

• E stablish and maintain cooperative working relationships

• I nterpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations

• R ead, interpret, and record data accurately

• O rganize, prioritize, and follow up on work assignments

• W ork independently and as part of a team

• M ake sound decisions within established guidelines

• F ollow written and oral directions

• O bserve safety principles and work in a safe manner

• C ommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

• E stablish and maintain effective working relationships.?

Skill to:

• Safely and effectively operate a variety of equipment, power and hand tools used in standard concrete replacement and repair.?

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.? Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. ?Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employees supervisor.?

Position requires :

• S itting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties

• B oth near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment

• L ift ing , carry ing , and push ing tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more

• The ability to work outside in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold and in confined spaces

• Using cleaning and mixing chemicals, which may expose the employee to fumes or airborne particles and the incumbents may be exposed to mechanical, plumbing, and/or electrical hazards.

• Using power and noise producing tools and equipment

• D riv ing motorized vehicles

• W ork ing with constant interruptions.

• Responding to after-hours emergency call-outs

• P erform ing routine standby duties

Nothing in this job description limits managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.? The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.? The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.? The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.