Location: Selby,SD, USA
POSITION SUMMARY
Concrete finishers are responsible for a wide range of duties that may change depending on the type of project they are working on and the team members they are working with.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
* Placing forms that hold concrete to ensure the required depth and pitch is achieved
* Monitoring the effect heat, wind and cold have on curing concrete to ensure high-quality results
* Removing edges on expansion joints and sides
* Installing anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete
* Polishing surfaces using smoothing materials, abrasive tools and surfacing machines
* Aligning and assembling of vertical gang form systems
* Waterproofing, damp-proofing and restoring concrete surfaces
* Casting and spreading concrete to patch voids
CORE EXPECTATIONS
* Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and perform in a fast-paced work environment
* Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines efficiently and cost effectively
BEHAVIORAL
* Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records.
* Keen attention to detail and a high level of initiative.
QUALIFICATIONS
* 1+ years' construction industry experience preferred
* High School diploma/GED preferred
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
* Demonstrated strong decision making and problem-solving skills
* Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required
* Compliance with all OSHA and other federal agency regulations
* Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
* Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, include hard hat, safety (hard toe) shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and coveralls.
* Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb, balance, twist, pull, push, have hand/finger dexterity and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
* Frequent walking on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in various weather conditions.
* Vision abilities (with or without correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
* Sensory ability to talk, hear, smell, touch and feel.
* Able to work in all weather conditions including, but not limited to, heat, cold, rain, wind, snow, etc.
* Must be able to exert up to 10-20 lbs. constantly to move objects; 25-50 lbs. of force frequently; 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally.