Concrete Finisher | Albañil

RQ Construction•Aguadilla, PR

6d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

RQ Construction is seeking experienced Concrete Finishers to support active construction operations in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. The role performs all phases of concrete preparation, placement, and finishing on commercial construction sites. Work includes screeding, leveling, smoothing, and finishing freshly poured concrete surfaces such as floors, sidewalks, roadways, curbs, and walkways using hand tools and powered equipment. Additional duties include constructing and setting formwork for foundations, ramps, walls, curbs, and columns; repairing surface voids; and cutting expansion or control joints with concrete saws. Employees may also assist with general construction activities outside concrete work as project needs require. Tasks must be completed with proper equipment, in accordance with established safety procedures, and in support of RQC's Mission, Vision, and Values. Davis-Bacon prevailing wages apply to work performed on military installations. RQC, LLC has provided Design-Build construction services since 1996 and manages projects across the United States. The company specializes in accelerated commercial construction for public and private clients, with experience supporting Department of Defense facilities and military infrastructure.

Requirements

A minimum of five years of field or trade experience in concrete construction is strongly preferred.
Previous experience on government, military, or large-scale commercial construction projects is preferred.
Bilingual Spanish and English skills are preferred but not required.
English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills are preferred.
Candidates must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at hire.
Candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check; a stricter Department of Defense background check is required for access to a military-base job site when applicable.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Experience in the Design-Build construction industry.
Trenching and shoring safety training.
Fall protection certification.
Confined space entry training.
OSHA 10-hour certification.

Responsibilities

Perform concrete preparation, placement, and finishing on commercial construction sites.
Screed, level, smooth, and finish freshly poured concrete surfaces, including floors, sidewalks, roadways, curbs, and walkways.
Construct and set formwork for foundations, ramps, walls, curbs, and columns.
Repair surface voids or imperfections in concrete.
Cut expansion or control joints using concrete saws.
Assist with general construction activities outside concrete work as project needs require.
Use appropriate equipment and follow established safety procedures.