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Concrete Finisher

Alpha Paving Industries, Houston, TX, United States


Concrete Finisher
Job Location: US-TX-Houston

Overview
We are hiring a skilled and detail-oriented Concrete Finisher to join our construction crew. This role is responsible for placing, finishing, and repairing concrete on a variety of job sites including foundations, slabs, sidewalks, curbs, and more. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with concrete work, and operating a roller, backhoe, dozer and is skilled in concrete form setting. Candidate's will have a solid understanding of construction techniques, and a commitment to producing high‑quality finishes.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Set and align concrete forms for sidewalks, curbs, pads, and slabs

Pour, spread, and level concrete using rakes, shovels, and screeds

Smooth and finish surfaces using hand tools (trowels, floats, edgers, jointers)

Apply textures or surface treatments as specified (broom finish, stamped, etc.)

Operating rollers, backhoes and dozer safely

Monitor weather conditions and adjust finishing techniques accordingly

Cut control joints and edges for proper expansion and appearance

Cure surfaces using appropriate compounds and methods

Ensure quality control, proper thickness, slope, and surface integrity

Read and interpret blueprints or drawings as needed

Maintain tools and equipment in clean, working order

Cleaning and inspecting surfaces for pouring issues

Directing the casting of the concrete with the truck driver

Safely operating power vibrator to ensure the concrete is compacted

Molding and constructing expansion joints using joiners and edging tools

Polishing surface using a power surfacing machine

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2+ years of concrete finishing experience preferred

Must be at least 18 years of age

Strong knowledge of concrete tools, techniques, equipment and materials

Ability to work in a fast‑paced, physically demanding environment

Comfortable with standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 75 lbs

Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred

Ability to work long hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed

Must be willing to travel overnight when projects are outside the local area

Physical Requirements
Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Rarely

Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly

Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly

Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly

Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Rarely

Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Occasionally

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Occasionally

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally

Operating machinery and/or power tools: constantly

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Rarely

The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Rarely

Physical Demands

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Never

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Constantly

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely

Working Conditions

Low temperatures: Constantly

High temperatures: Constantly

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Constantly

Noisy environments: Constantly

Hazardous conditions: Constantly

Shift work, to include overnight work: Constantly

Frequent overtime, including weekends: Constantly

Office environment: Never

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug‑free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self‑identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

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