Concrete Finisher

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Check formwork, granular base and steel reinforcement materials
• Direct placement of concrete into forms or onto surfaces according to grade
• 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
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Finish surfaces of castings using screed or trowel

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Screeds
• Power cutting tools
• Hand tools

Area of specialization

• Install structural and architectural pre-cast concrete components

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits