Concrete Finisher

A concrete finisher, also known as a cement mason, is a skilled tradesperson who smooths, levels, and finishes concrete to ensure it meets the desired standards

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assists skilled workers as assigned.
• Mix concrete to the correct specifications and spread it.
• Set and align forms to the desired depth and pitch
• Use specialized equipment to smooth and finish concrete surfaces
• Mold expansion joints and edges
• Monitor the effects of weather on concrete
• Unloads materials that are delivered such as asphalt or concrete, and distributes them to appropriate location as identified by supervisor, project plans, or specifications.
• Prepares layout area where construction will take place by properly measuring, marking, or recording openings or distances.
• Prepares tools and materials for skilled workers such as mixing cement or preparing base.
• Cleans and prepares specific areas of jobsite as assigned. This may include digging; cleaning up rubble, debris, and trash; or removing hazardous materials.
• Operates a wide variety of hand and power tools.
• Directs traffic near, in, or around work zones.
• Motions equipment operator to assist with alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
• Cleans jobsite at the end of the day, ensuring trash is properly disposed of and materials or equipment are properly stored.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Required skills and abilities:

  • Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.
  • Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.
  • Ability to work with a variety of personalities.
  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic as needed to count and take inventory.

  Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

  • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Rarely
  • Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
  • Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
  • Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
  • Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
  • Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Never
  • Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Occasionally
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
  • Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally
  • Operating machinery and/or power tools: Occasionally
  • Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Occasionally
  • The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Rarely

  Physical Demands:

  • Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Never
  • Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
  • Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Occasionally
  • Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Never

  Working Conditions:

  • Low temperatures: Constantly
  • High temperatures: Constantly
  • Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Constantly
  • Noisy environments: Constantly
  • Hazardous conditions: Constantly
  • Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally
  • Frequent overtime, including weekends: Constantly
  • Office environment: Rarely