Concrete Finisher

Job Description Summary: Perform a variety of tasks including forming, placing, finishing, protecting and repairing all concrete surfaces, according to specifications and drawings. Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. Job Description: Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Monitor how the wind, heat, or cold affect the curing of the concrete throughout the entire process Chip, scrape, and grind high spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete, using pneumatic chisels, power grinders, or hand tools Apply hardening and sealing compounds to cure surface of concrete, and waterproof or restore surface Cut out damaged areas, drill holes for reinforcing rods, and position reinforcing rods to repair concrete, using power saw and drill Mix cement, sand, and water to produce concrete, grout, or slurry, using hoe, trowel, tamper, scraper, or concrete-mixing machine Direct the casting of the concrete and supervise laborers who use shovels or special tools to spread it Signal truck driver to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete, and move chute to direct concrete on forms Mold expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge Spread, level, and smooth concrete, using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, hand or power screed, and float Set the forms that hold concrete to the desired pitch and depth, and align them Finish concrete to specifications in all finish types i.e. slick trowel, broom finish, etc. Operate trowel machine proficiently Maintain proper grade for concrete throughout process Ensure flatness and tolerances per ACI or project specifications Transfer grade elevations using laser or building level Assist in setting up concrete pump Understand AHJ details on right of way work Complete other responsibilities as assigned Skills or Experience Requirements: Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Journeyman Cement Finisher or similar role Must have good vision, stamina, good hand and eye coordination Proper use of chemicals, hand and power tools as they pertain to each task or surface treatment Knowledge of slump, concrete testing, additives, curing procedures, spec requirements, weather conditions and their effect on job conditions and finishing procedures Must have knowledge of proper cross slopes and acceptable tolerances of all sidewalks, ADA ramps, curbs driveways, and other concrete structures Able to calculate concrete volume Familiar with ACI standards Lift and/or pull 50-100lbs., climb ladders, work off ladders, man lifts or other equipment Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time, fully squat, bend or kneel while wearing a tool belt Capable of working in a variety of weather conditions Uphold Swinerton Core Values of Integrity, Leadership, Passion and Excellence at all times Adhere to all OSHA and Swinerton safety practices and procedures Support activities at all Swinerton job-sites as directed This role provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, employee assistance program; basic term life and AD&D insurance, short term disability, 401(k) & savings plan; paid vacation, sick time; MSA Financial coaching; Care.com; ClassPass fitness membership; DoorDash delivery subscription; along with numerous other voluntary benefit options. * Union Members: health and retirement benefits are provided thru the union; therefore voluntary benefit offerings are available for this role. About Us Swinerton provides commercial construction services throughout the United States, delivering innovative solutions and outstanding service to our customers for time-tested buildings and facilities. Over our 136-year history, Swinerton has earned a strong reputation as the Premier Builder in the West. As a 100% employee-owned quality contractor, we hire the best people, give them exceptional training, and provide robust opportunities for professional growth. Swinerton has built a strong reputation as an employee-owned quality contractor. We hire the best people, give them exceptional training and provide them with the opportunities and the responsibilities that allow them to learn and develop professionally. Swinerton values and recognizes our employees as the essential ingredient to our lasting success. As a 100% employee-owned company, we invest greatly in the personal and professional well-being of our people. Together, we have created an excellent place to work; when people join Swinerton, they tend to stay. We strive for a positive work environment that encourages outstanding performance while making room for fun. We also believe that happy, healthy employees lead to a highly productive company, and we are proud to offer a robust benefits package to support individual and collective success. www.swinerton.com Swinerton is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Minority, Women, Disability, and Veteran Employer. Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation. We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. Please note that Swinerton will only invite you to submit work history and personal information related to employment through our career portal WorkDay (which requires the set-up of a login) and communication will only come from individuals with an email address ending in @swinerton.com. If you receive fraudulent communication please inform us by emailing reportissues@swinerton.com .