Looking for an exciting and rewarding career in commercial construction? We are seeking Concrete Finisher Apprentices for construction projects in our DC Metro, Mid-Atlantic region. At Christman, we offer performance-based raises, vacation, and have an excellent benefits package. We are also open to candidates without a High School Diploma/GED.
Essential Job Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Completes concrete place and finish trade work.
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Takes direction from supervisor (foreman or superintendent).
- Learns trade of placing, consolidating, and finishing concrete.
- Learns methods for screeding concrete to correct elevations.
- Learns methods / techniques for placing and consolidating concrete to appropriate grade.
- Learns methods for finishing concrete including timing requirements for different finish types.
- Learns how different mix designs and admixtures affects placing and finishing.
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Learns process for achieving floor flatness and levelness requirements.
- Learns techniques for curing concrete.
- Learns techniques for early entry saw cutting control joints in concrete.
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Learns tools and equipment associated with place and finish operations.
- Learns methods for concrete surface and structural repairs.
- Completes ACI certification course for placing and finishing concrete.
- Introduced to reading and understanding blueprint and specification reading.
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Completes silica awareness training.
- Keep immediate working area clean. Must use broom and wheelbarrows and follow material procedures.
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Identifies and reports safety hazards. Takes all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
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Demonstrates safe working practices and complies with all safety requirements.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
The work is completed outside at the construction site. The position is often exposed to sounds and loud noises, such as construction equipment. The job requires they wear protective equipment when on the construction site (hardhats and safety glasses). Temperatures and conditions may vary depending on the weather and seasons.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, tolerate heights, and able to talk and hear other employee talking. The employee must be able to lift and/or move objects up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Expected Hours of Work
Full time, more than 40-hours a week. May work nights and weekends, construction may sometime continue around the clock to meet deadlines.
Travel
Must have reliable transportation. Must be willing to travel 60 miles a day dependent on project location relative to where the employee lives.
Required Education and Experience
- There are no minimal educational requirements.
Preferred Education and Experience
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Have general knowledge of basic concrete and hand tools.
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Five (5) years of construction concrete experience.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- Must have own hand tools and be proficient in operating a variety of tools.
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Must understand safety rules and tool/equipment instructions.
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Have the ability to take measurements and make calculations.
- Ability to work well with supervision and peers.
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Have good communication skills both orally and in writing.
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Must pass any skills tests as required by the jobsite.
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Ability to problem solve when errors occur.
- Keep tools and workspace organized.
- Must be conscious of time schedules and deadlines.
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Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.
The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.