Overview
The Finisher must have strong basic knowledge of pouring, leveling, forming, troweling, troweling machine for finishing, and concrete. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.
Responsibilities
*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.
- Place, finish, protect, and repair concrete for projects
- Place and spread concrete using various tools and level/float the surface
- Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation
- Understand the purpose and proper technique for vibrating concrete
- Assist other craft workers as needed
Qualifications
Physical
- Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
- Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
- Hand/eye coordination
- Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
- Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
- May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
- Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
- Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
- Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
- Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
- May be required to work in confined spaces
- Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
Mental
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
- Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
- Ability to use math/complete calculations
- Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
- Decision making skills necessary
- Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
Skills Required
- Basic knowledge of pouring, leveling, forming, troweling, troweling machines, and concrete finishing
- Ability to learn and follow safety procedures and safely operate work-related tools and equipment
- Ability to place, spread, finish, protect, repair, and inspect concrete
- Ability to use hand and power tools, including electric, gas, and pneumatic tools
- Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds
- Ability to climb and maintain balance on frameworks, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds
- Ability to perform prolonged bending, twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching, squatting, pushing, pulling, standing, and lifting
- Ability to work on uneven, muddy, loose, or soft surfaces and in adverse weather conditions
- Ability to work in confined spaces when required
- Effective communication, reading, writing, comprehension, basic math, decision-making, and attention to detail
What We Do
Cajun Industries is a nationally recognized industrial construction contractor founded in 1973. The company provides engineering capabilities spanning deep foundations, civil and mechanical construction, maritime and marine work, and pipe and module fabrication. One of the largest contractors in the South, Cajun applies capabilities refined over decades to challenging construction, fabrication, and engineering projects in demanding industrial markets.
