Concrete Finisher- Streets

JOB TITLE:  Concrete Finisher

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION:  Public Works

REPORTS TO:  Public Works Maintenance Supervisor

SUMMARY:  Responsible for performing crew member duties in support of maintenance projects. Pours, spreads and levels concrete; sets forms, ties steel, wrecks forms, backfills, lays sod, uses various finishing tools, etc. Work is performed with moderate supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Bores holes in existing concrete to install rebar; repairs sprinkler systems damaged by crews; clean tools of concrete; hauls old spoils to designated dump site; watches for buried utility lines during excavation; lifts and carries objects such as cement bags, small equipment, tampers, water pumps, and jackhammer weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Operates a variety of light and/or medium construction and/or maintenance equipment, which may include: dump trucks, breakers, track hoes, concrete cutting saws, backhoes, augers, loaders, trenchers, compaction machine, roller, and/or other related items.
• Performs preventative maintenance of equipment, such as oil, fluid, grease, and clean.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs a variety of hand and/or power tools in assigned area of responsibility.
• Completes a variety of logs, documents, and/or simple reports regarding quantity of materials handled, equipment operations, and/or other related information.
• Observes safe work methods and uses safety equipment. 
• Sets up traffic warning devices and barricades and directs traffic around work sites.   
• Monitors inventory and supply levels; recommends replenishment of materials.
• Responsible for responding to and assisting during emergency situations.
• Responsible for responding to and assisting during winter weather operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local vehicle ordinances;
• Knowledge of basic construction practices;
• Knowledge of equipment, tools, materials, and methods of assigned specialty area;
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and related safety precautions;

• Skilled in writing, reading and comprehending instructions in English;
• Skilled in performing concrete finishing work in a safe, efficient manner;
• Skilled in performing manual labor;
• Skilled in maintaining small to medium sized equipment and trucks;
• Skilled in completing paperwork and documentation;
• Skilled in performing semi-skilled maintenance and repair activities;
• Skilled in operating, maintaining, and repairing a variety of hand and power tools;

• Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Eighth grade education.

PREFERENCES: 

• Class A State of Texas Commercial Driver’s License
• One year of related maintenance and/or construction experience

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, and manual dexterity.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of over 100 pounds.
• Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Work is occasionally performed in close quarters, high and precarious places, and near moving mechanical parts.
• Potential exposure to risk of electrical shock, vibration, fumes, and airborne particles.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must possess a valid motor vehicle driver license
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must pass criminal history check.
• Must pass motor vehicle records check.
• Must obtain Class A State of Texas Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months of employment.