concrete finisher

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

• Rural area
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Residential
• Roads and bridges
• Sidewalks and curbs
• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Check formwork, granular base and steel reinforcement materials
• Fill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cement
• Operate power vibrators to compact concrete
• Level top surface concrete according to grade and depth specification
• Impart desired finish to concrete surfaces using hand and power tools
• Apply hardening and sealing components to cure surfaces
• Waterproof, damp proof and restore surfaces
• Repair, resurface and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structures

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• First Aid Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Colours and sealers
• Hardners and epoxies
• Light weight concrete
• Reinforcing membrane and protective covering

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence