Beech Island - 3673 - Concrete Finisher - Journeyman

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

Job Summary

Spread, level, smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, slabs, table tops, beams, panel, foundations, walkways, roads, and/or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. Grout columns, patch voids; and use saws to cut expansion joints.

Key Responsibilities

• .Use appropriate hand and power tools to place concrete into finished forms to specified textures; vibrate, level, smooth and shape surface of concrete; finish concrete surfaces to specifications; remove rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces using power grinder or chisel and hammer and patch holes with fresh concrete or epoxy compound; and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications • Mold expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers, and strait edge • Signal truck and or pump truck driver to facilitate pouring concrete, and move chute as needed over concrete forms and/or rebar • Apply hardening and sealing compound to cure surface of concrete, and waterproof or restore surface • Must have working knowledge of auto level and transit for accurate layout and verification of finished grade and placement measure, cut, assemble and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts; construct built-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms, according to specifications for molding concrete structures; erect built-in-place forms or assemble and install prefabricated forms; insert spreaders and tie-rods between opposite pieces to maintain specific dimensions; anchor and brace forms to fixed objects using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks and timber; build wooden structures such as scaffold supports and frame shelters according to specifications and project specifications; pour concrete into finished forms to specified textures; vibrate, level, smooth and shape surface of concrete; finish concrete surfaces to specifications; remove rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces using power grinder or chisel and hammer and patch holes with fresh concrete or epoxy compound; and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications . Be familiar with self-leveling underlayment's . Monitor how the wind, heat, or cold affect the curing of the concrete throughout the entire process . May be asked to assist carpenters, and rod busters with any necessary tasks for the installation of concrete structures . Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested • Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries • Understand that no job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised • Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional • If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved . Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed . Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions • Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards . Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (ie back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens) . Understand, support, and follow lockout tag out procedures • Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as out lined in training . Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment . Use effective verbal and written communication skills • Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately . Listen to co-workers suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations giving full attention to what they are saying and take the time to understand the points being made, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate