Concrete Finisher- Streets

Job description

Uploading documents with your application: While PDFs are an acceptable file type, scanned PDFs or images (such as those created via Canva) are not supported by the applicant tracking system. 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: • Pours, spreads and levels concrete; sets forms, ties steel, wrecks forms; 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, concrete trucks, skid steers, 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. 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 6 months of employment.