Concrete Finisher

As a concrete finisher, you will place and finish concrete, color concrete surfaces, expose aggregate (small stones) in walls and sidewalks, or make concrete foundations, beams, columns, and panels.  Depending on the job, you may also use special machines to vibrate concrete to ensure air pockets are filled.

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You have mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.

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You're comfortable with tools, equipment and machinery.

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Typical responsibilities

Ensure proper construction of forms that hold concrete
Position and set concrete forms and molds
Spread, level and smooth concrete surfaces
Monitor weather and climate conditions
Mold expansion joints and edges

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Common skills you need for the trades

Math

Math is used across the skilled trades. You may work with decimals, fractions, measurements, conversions, area and volume to plan work, calculate materials, monitor operations and troubleshoot.

Reading

Strong reading skills help you work safely and effectively on the job. You’ll use them to understand instructions, equipment manuals, safety information, drawings and other technical information.

Science

Basic science principles help you understand how things work and how materials behave. Across the trades, this can include concepts like electricity, heat, force, pressure and the properties of different materials.

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