Concrete Finisher

The purpose of this classification is to perform manual work functions and/or operate light equipment associated with the construction, maintenance and repair of city sidewalks, concrete floors, roads or curbs.

The following duties are normal for this classification.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.   Other duties may be required and assigned.  Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions within this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.

Operates equipment, squad truck, dump truck, machinery and tools used in construction, maintenance projects.

Inspects equipment prior to use and ensures necessary equipment repairs are made; performs maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in good working condition

Inspects job site for possible hazards prior to operating equipment.

Sets up safety work zone at job site using traffic cones and warning signs; flags traffic as assigned; leaves job site in a safe condition for the public at the end of the day.

Constructs and sets forms for concrete; pours and finishes cement and/or lays bricks/cement block to construct and/or repair sidewalks, streets, curbs, gutters, flume ditches, sink holes, cement pipe, catch basin boxes, retainer walls, manholes, and storm drain lids.

Performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, and repair of city sidewalks, concrete floors, roads or curbs.

Perform necessary functions for repair of sinkholes and storm drainage infrastructure, and assist other Departmental crews and City Operations as assigned. 

Places forms that hold concrete to ensure the required depth and pitch is achieved.

Monitors the effect heat, wind and cold have on curing concrete to ensure high-quality results.

Removes edges on expansion joints and sides.

Installs anchor bolts, steel plates, cuts and ties steel and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.

Polishes surfaces using smoothing materials, abrasive tools, and surfacing machines.

Aligns forms for sidewalks, curb and gutters.

Waterproofs, damp-proofs and restores concrete surfaces

Forms, pours and finishes concrete for curbs, sidewalks, S-types inlets and builds storm boxes. 

Compacts materials using power vibrators to create leveled bases.

Finishes concrete surfaces with rough or smooth pattern depending on project specifications

Signals concrete truck drivers and moving chutes to facilitate pouring concrete onto forms.

Casts and spreads concrete to patch voids

Applies hardening and sealing compounds to cure the surface of concrete

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

Gathers equipment, tools and materials for use on projects or at work sites.

Transports, loads and unloads various equipment, supplies, and/or materials used in projects to/from work sites.

Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service.

Must meet regular attendance requirements.

Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.

Performs other related duties as required.

High school diploma or GED preferred; two years of work experience as a concrete laborer or mason. Must possess and maintain a valid Alabama driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain a valid Alabama Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B, within twelve months of date of hire. This job classification is considered to be safety-sensitive and is subject to pre-employment and random drug screens.

The following requirements are normal for this classification.  Specific requirements may not apply to all positions within this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must be able to operate a variety of light equipment, machinery and tools, grinders, shovels, rakes, packers, air compressors, and related power and hand tools.   Must have the ability to stand and kneel for long periods.  Physical demand requirements for some positions within this classification may at times be at levels of those for heavy work.

DATA COMPREHENSION:  Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things which may include work orders, maps, and operational manuals.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION:  Requires the ability to speak with and/or signal people to convey or exchange information, including giving/receiving assignments and/or directions to/from co-workers, assistants, managers, or supervisors as well as communicating with the general public.

LANGUAGE ABILITY:  May require ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures.  Requires the ability to write basic job related documentation and reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.  May require ability to speak with others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.

INTELLIGENCE:  Requires the ability to learn and understand basic mechanical and operational principles and techniques, to understand departmental policies and procedures, to make independent judgments in absence of supervision, and to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.

VERBAL APTITUDE:  Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow verbal and written instructions.

NUMERICAL APTITUDE:  Requires the ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide, and determine time and weight.

FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE:  Requires the ability to visually inspect items for proper length, width, and shape using job related equipment which may include standard measuring devices.

MOTOR COORDINATION:  Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using light equipment and to operate a motor vehicle.

MANUAL DEXTERITY:  Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, light equipment, motor vehicles, control knobs, switches, etc.  Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting motion or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities.  Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

COLOR DIFFERENTIATION:  May require the ability to discern color.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT:  Requires the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions.  Must be able to adapt to and perform under moderate stress when confronted with an emergency.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION:  Requires the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive nature of sounds by ear.