concrete finisher

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Dangerous
• Hot
• Noisy
• Outdoors
• Wet/damp

Work setting

• Rural area
• Urban area
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Residential
• Roads and bridges
• Sidewalks and curbs

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

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

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

Additional information

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

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Transportation provided by employer