Concrete Finisher

Position Summary 

Concrete Finisher is a full-time hourly position.  Concrete Finisher performs a variety of tasks including placing, finishing, protecting and repairing concrete in a safe and efficient manner and according to federal and state heavy highway regulations. 

This has been designated as a safety-sensitive job because it involves performing one or more tasks/duties that could reasonably affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task(s) and others. 

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions 

• Engage in open communication with Superintendent and Foreman 

• Safely, efficiently and effectively operate concrete tools and equipment, both motorized and manual 

• Be constantly aware of your surroundings while operating concrete tools and equipment, as to not injure persons or property 

• Set forms to desired pitch, depth and proper alignment 

• Spread, level and smooth concrete using rake, shovel and hand or power trowel, screed and float 

• Mold expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointer and straight edge 

• Operate power vibrator to compact concrete  

• Produce rough concrete surface using broom 

• Mop, fresno and finish concrete to any texture, including color stamping / sealing 

• Knowledge of construction layout, including horizontal and vertical control 

• Layout of control joints in pavement 

• Application of surface treatments 

• Finish curbs with or without face form 

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on tools and equipment 

• Report any issues with Company tools or equipment to Superintendent immediately 

• Promote, execute and adhere to the Company’s Safety Program and encourage all co-workers to do the same 

• Fully cooperate with Safety Director to investigate damage, incidents or near misses on the worksite 

• Participate as a vital team member and contribute toward the success of the organization 

• Demonstrate excellent hand, eye and foot coordination and sense of balance 

• May perform other duties as assigned 

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications, Behaviors 

• Experience:  2 years of concrete experience preferred

• Bilingual, a plus 

• Aptitude in using various hand tools (screwdrivers, hammers etc.) and precision measurement tools, e.g. laser, percentage level, bubble level, etc. 

• Know how to operate concrete equipment and tools 

• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures and practices  

• A strong commitment to all Company, state and federal health and safety guidelines and regulations/requirements 

• Must be able to work in a team environment 

• Must demonstrate excellent attendance 

• Must be able to pass pre-employment, post-accident and random drug screens 

• Must have reliable transportation 

Key Performance Competencies 

• Safety – First and foremost!  Make safety a priority at work every day. 

• Professionalism – Interact and represent Tri-Star with the utmost professionalism at all times. 

• Sense of Urgency – Understand and act with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines. 

• Excellence – Strive for excellence in all you do. 

• Focused and Organized – Must be able to stay focused during daily activities and have attention to detail.  But also…  

• Adaptable/flexible – Unplanned issues in the field may require change of current focus. 

• Customer Focused – Know your customer and give them the attention and satisfaction they deserve. 

• Communications Skills – Provide and be receptive to open lines of communication. 

• Leadership – Set a positive example for your co-workers. 

• Teamwork – A willingness to work together as one team to accomplish goals.  

• Problem solving – Ability to view issues from multiple angles to come up with the best solution for stakeholders. 

• Effectiveness – Troubleshoot and resolve problem in a timely manner. 

• Attitude – Display a positive ‘can do’ attitude. 

• Priorities – Set priorities and multi-task effectively. 

• Motivation to Learn – Always strive to expand knowledge and skills.