Concrete Finisher Laborer- CDL-A Required
About The Position
Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company serving the electric, natural gas, and telecommunications industries. The Concrete Finisher Laborer prepares, places, smooths, levels, and finishes poured concrete using hand and power tools. The role also includes setting and aligning formwork, placing reinforcement, cutting joints, applying curing and sealing compounds, and repairing or restoring concrete surfaces to meet project specifications. Work includes screeding, floating, troweling, forming, jointing, and monitoring curing conditions. The position is classified as non-exempt and pays $30.00–$35.00. A valid state driver’s license is required. The employee must have or be able to obtain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license from their state of residence within two weeks of employment. Candidates must pass criminal and motor vehicle record checks, a DOT-regulated physical, and a pre-employment drug screen.
Requirements
- At least two years of experience working in construction concrete finishing.
- Experience finishing, smoothing, and leveling concrete surfaces.
- Ability to use concrete finishing tools and equipment.
- Ability to follow job-site safety procedures and work as part of a team.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to regularly lift over 50 pounds and to crouch and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces and on uneven surfaces, and walk, stoop, and kneel.
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain within two weeks of employment, a valid Class A commercial driver’s license from the employee’s state of residence.
- Ability to pass criminal and motor vehicle record checks, a DOT-regulated physical, and a pre-employment drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent is desired.
- Willingness and ability to learn additional skills.
Responsibilities
- Spread, strike off, and screed freshly poured concrete to the correct elevation and flatness.
- Direct truck drivers and pump operators during concrete placement.
- Consolidate concrete using vibrators to remove air pockets.
- Build, set, align, brace, and dismantle forms for slabs, sidewalks, curbs, walls, and steps.
- Check forms for proper construction, pitch, depth, and alignment.
- Install and tie rebar, wire mesh, and other reinforcement materials; ensure correct spacing, cover, and support.
- Float surfaces using bull floats, magnesium floats, and darbies.
- Trowel surfaces manually or with power trowels to achieve the specified finish.
- Produce broom, smooth, stamped, exposed aggregate, or decorative finishes.
- Cut control joints using jointers or early-entry saws; form expansion joints and finish slab edges using edging tools.
- Apply curing compounds, sealers, or waterproofing materials and monitor weather conditions that may affect curing.
- Patch voids, fill cracks, grind high spots, and repair damaged concrete.
- Chip, scrape, and smooth surfaces using pneumatic or hand tools.
- Operate power vibrators to compact concrete.
- Excavate, grade, and prepare the subbase for concrete placement.
- Follow safety protocols, wear PPE, report hazards, and comply with OSHA and company safety guidelines.
- Clean job sites, tools, and equipment and maintain safe work areas.
- Coordinate with foremen, laborers, and other trades to support efficient workflow.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
