Northern Concrete Construction is an industry leader in commercial concrete construction serving the Green Bay, Madison, and Milwaukee markets.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The role of the Finisher requires individuals to work on construction projects requiring the pouring and finishing of flatwork concrete.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the major functions of this position and are not intended to be a detailed description of all the work/functions that may be required. Other duties may be assigned. Individual will work a varied schedule based on client needs.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Able to use all finishing tools (hand and power).
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Dismantle forms after use, using saws, hammers, nails, or bolts.
• Tend to generators to provide power for tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Apply cleaning solvents.
• Install insulating materials (blankets).
• Mix mortar, grout, slurry, concrete, or related material.
• Move materials or goods between work areas by hand.
• Prepare building surfaces for sealants.
• Prepare site or surfaces for concrete work.
• Apply sealers and sawcut.
• Inspect forms for problems or defects.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
• Less than high school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of using tape measure and level.
• Knowledge of industry and equipment.
• Basic small engine knowledge.
CERTIFICATIONS: Obtain and maintain within one (1) month of hire the following:
• Valid drivers’ license (Highly Preferred).
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY:
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Ability to stand between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to walk between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to sit between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to use hands greater than 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms greater than 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to climb or balance between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to talk and hear greater than 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to lift/carry 50 pounds or more at the waist, chest, and overhead 1/3 of the time.
• Ability to push or pull up to 150 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
• Ability to use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus more than 2/3 of the time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Noise level in the work environment is loud.
• Work in high, precarious places.
• The normal work environment is outside in all weather conditions which can include extreme heat or cold and or precipitation.
• Frequently exposed to airborne particles.
• Occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• Exposure to hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• Individual must be able to travel up to 50% of the time.
Northern Concrete Construction is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer committed to workplace diversity. All applicants will be considered with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.