Concrete Finisher

Concrete Finisher

We are currently seeking Concrete Finishers to work on concrete installation projects located in Edmonton. We offer competitive wages, work / life balance, great opportunity for advancement, training and potential for work over the winter.

Duties include (but are not limited to):

• Place and finish concrete floors, driveways, sidewalks, curbs, bridge decks and other concrete structures
• Apply architectural, exposed, patterned, and stamped surfaces
• Level and smooth top surface concrete according to grade and depth specification
• Round edges and make joints / grooves to help control cracking
• Install anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills and other fixtures
• Repair, resurface and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structures
• Fill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cement
• Operate power vibrators to compact concrete
• Impart desired finish (broomed / smooth) to concrete surfaces using hand and power tools
• Apply hardening and sealing components to cure surfaces
• Waterproof, damps proof and restore surfaces
• Place and finish concrete surfaces to project specifications
• Ensure freshly poured concrete surfaces are protected from constantly changing weather conditions (covered, heat & hoarded accordingly)
• Provide quality assurance/control for concrete pours
• Work with minimal supervision and direction
• Follow all safety and quality control procedures
• Participate in site safety meetings

Required Skills:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience is required
• Experience with various flat work finishing is required
• Grouting experience is an asset
• Have knowledge how to properly use dry pack grouting and epoxy materials
• Proven expertise in how to perfectly cure concrete
• Understand how to use power/small tools such as plate tampers, carb saws, etc.
• Ability to work long hours (10+ hour days) outdoors in various weather conditions
• Physical able to perform heavy manual tasks, including lifting, shoveling, moving heavy materials up to 50lbs
• Working understanding of site hazard assessments and able to complete daily safety documentation in an accurate and timely manner
• Be fit for duty and prepared for work each day
• Positive attitude / team player
• Strong communication / listening skills and ability to follow direction