Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher - Lead

Louisiana Bridge Builders•Lake Charles, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher - Lead is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders by placing, finishing, repairing concrete surfaces, and curing concrete surfaces to include roads, sidewalks and curbs, to achieve specified textures and finishes while ensuring quality, durability, and safety standards are met.

Requirements

Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule, additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed, to best serve the business operations.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and layout tools safe and efficiently.
Experience working at heights using finishing buggies and/or manlifts.
Ability to maintain a valid and current driver’s license.
At least five (5)+ years of concrete finisher or similar construction experience
A valid and current driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading a team/crew is preferred.
Experience placing and finishing bridge decks working around/with Bidwell roller pavers and work bridges asset.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide daily, clear, instructions and updates to team members/crew.
Set forms, screeds and ensure correct alignment, elevation, and grade
Mix, pour, spread, level, and smooth concrete using hand tools and power tools
Finish concrete surfaces using trowels, floats, screeds, and edgers
Apply surface treatments, sealers, and curing compounds
Cut expansion joints using hand tools or power saws
Monitor curing process to ensure proper strength and durability
Repair, patch, and resurface existing concrete structures including use of concrete grinders, demo hammers, mix and pour repair mortars and dry rub finishing tools.
Read and interpret repair procedures, and specifications as it relates to concrete placing and repair
Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a safe and clean condition
Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.