Concrete Finisher (Cement Mason)

Core responsibilities

Prep & layout

Verify forms, grades, lines, and pour readiness before concrete arrives.

Placement support

Assist crew flow: keep the work zone safe, clear, and coordinated during pours.

Finish sequence

Screed → float → edge/joint → trowel/texture → protect and cure (sequence varies by mix and weather).

Detail quality

Edges, joints, slopes, and transitions—where defects usually appear first.

Repair & cleanup

Patch voids, address surface imperfections, and leave the site clean and compliant.

Tools & materials (typical)

• Hand tools: trowel, float, edger, groover, broom, mag float (site-specific)
• Surface tools: bull float, screed tools, straightedge, knee boards (where used)
• Cut/control: saw-cut tooling or coordination for control joints
• Finishes: steel trowel, broom texture, light texture (project spec)
• Curing: curing compound practices and surface protection methods

Short candidate portrait

• You have practical finishing habits: clean tools, consistent passes, and attention to edges and joints.
• You can work fast without losing accuracy—especially during pour peaks.
• You understand the finishing sequence and can adapt to weather, mix behavior, and site pace.

Requirements (detailed)

• CV in English (mandatory). Include concrete finishing experience with dates, project types, and finish methods.
• Proven finishing sequence competence: screeding, floating, edging/jointing, troweling/texture, and curing awareness.
• Measurement basics: tape measure, marking, and basic layout awareness (lines, slopes, transitions).
• Physical readiness: standing/kneeling, repetitive motion, lifting/carrying, working outdoors in heat/cold.
• Safety compliance: PPE use, site rules, and awareness around active equipment, wet materials, and dust/chemicals.
• Reliability under time pressure: pours have narrow windows; punctuality and teamwork matter.
• Shift flexibility (project-dependent): early starts, extended days during pours, and schedule changes due to weather.

Work conditions in the USA (practical overview)

• Jobsite structure: crews coordinate around pour timing; tasks can shift rapidly as the surface sets.
• Weather impact: heat, wind, and cold affect set time and finishing pace; employers adjust sequences accordingly.
• Safety expectations: PPE is standard; sites often require documented orientation and rule acknowledgement.
• Quality visibility: concrete finishing is inspected visually—edges, joints, and texture consistency are non-negotiable.
• Work travel: some employers run multiple sites; you may rotate by project needs (location-dependent).
• Pre-employment checks: some employers use job readiness verification (policy varies by employer).

Readiness checklist

• Concrete finishing sequence (screed → float → edge/joint → trowel/texture → cure)
• Measurement basics (tape, marks, elevations/grade awareness)
• Physical readiness (kneeling, lifting, repetitive work; outdoor conditions)
• Safety discipline (PPE, awareness around dust/chemicals/equipment)

Typical tasks (role-specific)

• Prepare for pours: confirm forms, grades, lines, access, and safety boundaries.
• Screed and float surfaces, then edge and joint per spec and site standards.
• Apply finish texture: broom, steel trowel, or specified surface profile.
• Coordinate control joints (saw-cut timing) and protect edges/transitions.
• Support curing practices and protect finished concrete from early damage.

Quality expectations

• Uniform surface: consistent texture and appearance across panels/sections.
• Edges and joints: clean lines, correct spacing, and stable transitions.
• Timing discipline: correct passes at the right set stage (avoid tearing/burns).
• Curing awareness: protect the slab so it reaches expected strength and durability.

Next steps (process)

1. Create/upload your CV and keep contact details up to date.
2. We review your CV for concrete finishing fit (tools, tasks, finish types, timeline).
3. If shortlisted, you proceed to employer interview and documentation steps.