Concrete Finisher

City of Las Cruces•Las Cruces, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs the pouring, removal, and finishing of concrete on roads, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks throughout the City. This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt, union represented position graded BC06. The role involves identifying and removing broken concrete, ensuring concrete forms are set correctly, and achieving appropriate concrete depth. It also includes pouring concrete, finishing surfaces, stripping and disposing of forms, backfilling, replacing landscaping, and general clean-up. The position may also involve overseeing crew members, digging and filling holes, patching and cutting holes in streets, conducting repairs on storm drain inlets, and performing minor maintenance on concrete around City buildings and facilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Three (3) years of experience in concrete construction, including the use of tools/equipment used in concrete construction
Valid driver’s license is required
Acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies
Knowledge of procedures of compaction
Knowledge of traffic control and safety procedures
Knowledge of customer service, and problem resolution techniques
Knowledge of occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices
Knowledge of safe and effective use and maintenance of related tools, materials, and equipment
Ability to set grade stakes
Ability to check grade cuts and fills
Ability to calculate material quantities, grade, slope and drainage
Ability to operate power/hand tools and equipment
Ability to perform a variety of duties and responsibilities and assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands to meet deadlines
Ability to ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives
Ability to read, understand, and assure compliance with a variety of policies, procedures, rules, standards, and regulations governing related activities and functions
Ability to collect applicable information and maintain accurate and timely records
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and data
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and use interpersonal skills to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive work direction
Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable information and reports
Ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
Ability to safely and effectively operate relevant tools, equipment, and motorized vehicles
Ability to navigate across even and uneven surfaces
Ability to timely and accurately enter data and update records using various mediums and formats
Ability to take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines and carry out primary responsibilities in accordance with all governing regulations, statutes, and procedures to ensure achievement of goals and objectives
Skills in operating backhoe, jackhammer, tamper, concrete and wood saws, shovel, pick, sledge hammer, etc. in order to complete necessary concrete work
Skills in reading, understanding, and applying relevant rules, ordinances, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
Skills in effectively managing assignments
Skills in responding to inquiries timely and within the scope of delegated authority
Skills in responding appropriately, maintaining objectivity and freedom from prejudice, and exercising sound judgment and understanding in all interactions
Skills in effectively working independently, or as a team member, in various environments with changing priorities
Skills in preparing and presenting various reports, documents, forms, and correspondence
Skills in maintaining accurate records, and updating information in various mediums and formats
Skills in operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software
Skills in demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills
Skills in performing highly effective support in assigned areas

Nice To Haves

A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Responsibilities

Identifies and removes broken concrete
Ensures concrete forms are set into appropriate position for pouring concrete
Ensures appropriate concrete depth is attained
Pours concrete
Finishes surfaces of fresh concrete on roads, walkways, curbs, gutters, and other construction areas
Ensures specific grade and contour is in compliance with City standard specifications and plans
Strips, removes, and disposes forms
Back fills open areas
Replaces disturbed landscaping
Performs general clean-up
Oversees the work of crew members performing concrete work
Digs and fills holes
Patches and cuts holes in streets
Conducts and performs repairs on storm drain inlets
Conducts minor maintenance repairs of concrete around City buildings and facilities