concrete finisher

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Dusty
• At heights
• Cold/refrigerated
• Hot
• Noisy
• Outdoors
• Wet/damp

Work setting

• Remote location
• Rural area
• Willing to relocate
• Construction site

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Check formwork, granular base and steel reinforcement materials
• Direct placement of concrete into forms or onto surfaces according to grade
• 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
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• Impart desired finish to concrete surfaces using hand and power tools
• Instruct apprentices
• Install anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills and other fixtures
• Apply hardening and sealing components to cure surfaces
• Repair, resurface and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structures
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Attention to detail
• Sound discrimination
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves
• Rain gear

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Dependability

Benefits

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Wellness program