Concrete Finisher

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The Concrete Finisher is responsible for placing, finishing, and curing concrete for a variety of civil construction applications, including flatwork, curbs (machine and hand-formed), manholes, inlet structures, and headwalls. This role ensures all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, grade tolerances, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Concrete Placement & Finishing

• Place, spread, and consolidate concrete using rakes, shovels, vibrators, and screeds
• Finish surfaces to specified tolerances using hand and power tools (trowels, floats, edgers, broom finishes)
• Set and maintain grade using string line, laser level, or site control points
• Perform flatwork finishing, including sidewalks, pads, aprons, and paving sections
• Execute curb finishing (stringless curb machine and hand-formed curb)

Structures (Manholes, Inlets, Headwalls)

• Form, pour, and finish concrete for:
• Manholes (bases, benches, and tops)
• Inlet boxes and throats
• Headwalls and wing walls
• Shape and finish channels (trickle channels/flow lines) to ensure proper drainage
• Set frames, grates, rings, and covers to the final grade

Formwork & Prep

• Assist in setting forms for flatwork, curb, and structural concrete
• Verify form alignment, elevation, and stability before placement
• Apply form release agents and ensure proper reinforcement placement

Quality Control

• Ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and tolerances
• Check:
• Line and grade accuracy
• Surface smoothness and finish quality
• Proper slope for drainage
• Identify and correct defects (honeycombing, scaling, cracking, low spots)
• Maintain clean joints, edges, and transitions

Curing & Protection

• Apply curing compounds or implement wet curing methods
• Protect finished concrete from weather, damage, and contamination
• Monitor set times and finishing windows

Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA standards
• Use required PPE at all times
• Maintain safe work zones around pours, equipment, and traffic
• Communicate hazards to Foreman or Superintendent immediately

Qualifications

Experience

• 3+ years of concrete finishing experience in civil/sitework
• Proven experience with flatwork, curb, and drainage structures
• Experience with stringless curb machines preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and grades
• Strong understanding of concrete behavior, set times, and finishing techniques
• Knowledge of drainage flow and structure shaping
• Ability to maintain production pace while meeting quality standards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and work in varying weather conditions
• High endurance for physically demanding work

The Brittenum Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tools provided
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person