Concrete Laborer\finisher
jrs concrete constution
Carlinville, IL
10\5\22 - Current
- Remove any excess material from the surface of the concrete after it has been poured.
- Mixed and poured concrete according to standard ratios.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surface.
- Assist in demolishing existing structures with jackhammers and other tools as needed.
- Smooth out freshly poured concrete with trowels and other finishing tools.
- Set up and reinforced forms to accurately pour concrete for walkways and other structures.
- Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
- Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
- Used various chemicals and tools to repair damaged items.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Cut expansion joints into newly laid concrete as needed.
- Maintain equipment used during construction process in good working condition.
- Level ground prior to pouring foundation or slab with shovels or grading machines.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
- Fill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cement surfaces using a straightedge and jointer tool.
- Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers and straightedge.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways.
- Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
- Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
- Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.
- Measure and mark designated areas where new slabs are going to be placed.
- Monitor temperature of fresh-poured concrete with thermometers; adjust water content accordingly.
- Mixed cement and mortar in preparation for pouring.
- Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned.
- Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
- Install reinforcement rods in order to add strength to the structure.
- Prioritized tasks for each job after reading project blueprints and documents.
- Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
- Perform minor maintenance tasks on equipment used during construction process.
- Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.
- Restored damaged and worn stonework on old buildings or sites.
- Ensure that safety protocols are followed at all times while on the job site.
- Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
- Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
- Directed casting of concrete and supervised laborers using shovels or special tools to spread.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
- Created requested finishes and results using small gravel for pebble appearance and other techniques.
- Set forms for pouring concrete according to blueprints or instructions from supervisor.
- Mix cement and sand to create concrete, following specific measurements.
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces for finishing to reduce holes and cracks.
- Monitored wind, heat or cold throughout curing process.
- Planned work based on verbal instructions, blueprints, and written specifications.
- Inspect finished product for quality assurance purposes before allowing customer access.
- Prepare and pour foundations for structures.
- Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms.
- Operate power saws to cut expansion joints into hardened concrete surfaces.
- Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel.
- Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
- Carry heavy materials such as bricks, blocks, lumber, mortar mixers, and wheelbarrows across job sites safely.
- Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
- Clean up work area by disposing of debris correctly when job is completed.
- Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.
- Carry heavy materials such as bricks, blocks, lumber, mortar mixers.
- Maintained inventory list of items used on job sites to provide reordering details.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
- Answered [Number] calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Performed sanding and grinding on metal surfaces to ensure smoothness of the finished product.
- Installed hardware such as hinges, locks, catches and fasteners onto furniture pieces according to instructions.
- Sanded down rough edges of woodwork items to create a smooth finish.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.
- Coordinated employee training in safety and equipment operations.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Applied protective coatings such as lacquers, stains, sealants and varnishes to enhance the appearance of the finished product.
- Stored finished products securely until delivery is scheduled.
- Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
- Followed safety protocols when working with hazardous chemicals used in the finishing process.
- Repaired damaged wood surfaces through filling cracks, holes or gouges with putty or wood filler.
