finisher, concrete

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

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
• Dangerous
• Noisy
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Remote location
• Rural area
• Willing to relocate
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Institutional
• Residential
• Roads and bridges
• Sewers and water mains
• Sidewalks and curbs

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Fill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cement
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• 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
• Waterproof, damp proof and restore surfaces
• Repair, resurface and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structures
• Estimate costs and materials
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

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

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

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

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Ear plugs
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Team player

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site housing options
• Parking available