Concrete Finisher 

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Wet/damp

Work setting

• Urban area
• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Check formwork, granular base and steel reinforcement materials and direct placement of concrete into forms or onto surfaces according to grade
• Fill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cement
• Operate power vibrators to compact concrete
• Level top surface concrete according to grade and depth specification
• Impart desired finish to concrete surfaces using hand and power tools
• Install anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills and other fixtures
• Apply hardening and sealing components to cure surfaces
• Waterproof, damp proof and restore surfaces
• Repair, resurface and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structures

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Colours and sealers
• Hardners and epoxies
• Light weight concrete
• Mastic flooring
• Reinforcing membrane and protective covering

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Team player