Concrete Finisher Job Description Template
A Concrete Finisher is responsible for creating a smooth, level surface on poured concrete. This may involve using a trowel, float, or other hand tool to spread and level the wet concrete. The Concrete Finisher will also work to create decorative surfaces by adding texture or color to the concrete before it dries.
Concrete Finisher Job Responsibilities
- Read blueprints and follow verbal instructions to determine where to set forms for pouring concrete
- Mix ingredients such as sand, water, and cement in prescribed proportions to produce concrete mix
- Spread, level, and smooth fresh concrete using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, laser level
- Operate power vibrators to compact concrete
- Finish surfaces of poured concrete by hand trowelling, broom or floating to specified finish texture
Objectives
- To ensure that concrete is properly mixed and poured so that it sets correctly.
- To finish the surface of concrete to the specifications set forth by the project manager or client.
- To use various tools to create a smooth, finished surface on concrete.
- To protect finished surfaces from weather or other damage during the curing process.
Concrete Finisher Job Skills & Qualifications Needed
- The skills and qualifications needed for the role of Concrete Finisher are:
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with concrete, including mixing, pouring, and finishing.
- Physical strength and stamina to perform the heavy lifting and manual labor involved in the job.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and OSHA standards.
- Basic math skills to calculate concrete mixtures.