Concrete Finisher

The Corporation of The City of Victoria•Victoria, BC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform various tasks to prepare sites, construct forms and finish concrete for curbs, gutters and sidewalks. This role involves preparing sites for concrete work, reading and interpreting engineering plans, setting up traffic control, and acting as a padman. Responsibilities include calculating grades, constructing wooden forms, placing and finishing concrete, installing various catch basins and castings, and operating hand and power equipment. The position also requires performing related duties as qualified.

Requirements

Understand and apply the techniques of concrete construction and finishing.
Use hand tools, instruments and operate power equipment.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, utility information sheets and grade sheets.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Work and operate equipment safely.
High school graduation.
Current and valid class 5 B.C. Driver’s licence.
2 years of experience in concrete construction and finishing.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

Responsibilities

Prepare sites for concrete work such as sidewalks, curbs, gutters and driveways.
Read and interpret engineering plans and grade sheets to determine the location of underground services and utilities.
Set up traffic control.
Act as padman to direct the operation of various construction and excavation equipment.
Calculate grades and alignments established from grade sheets and control points.
Construct wooden forms.
Set metal pins and arms to control the alignment of the curb extruder.
Place concrete by shovelling and levelling.
Finish concrete with trowel, broom and edger.
Determine, prepare and apply various chemical retardants and curing compounds.
Finish exposed aggregate concrete by applying chemicals, broom and washing surfaces, and applying other techniques such as stamping.
Install and finish various catch basins, castings, boxes, interlocking paving bricks, tiles and sleeves.
Apply surface cleaning and finishing treatments such as acid washes and sealers.
Operate various hand and power equipment such as shovels, jackhammers and concrete saws.
Operate Bobcat type loaders as required.
Operate a vehicle to transport equipment and materials.
Perform related duties where qualified.