Concrete Finisher

Job Summary

Examines area for concrete placement. Prepares and grades area, places and finishes concrete. Performs related duties as assigned.

Works under close supervision, typically performing routine assignments alone. Detailed instructions are frequently received. Work is arranged and planned by the crew leader. May coordinate efforts with other cement finishers and laborers.

Representative Duties

Examines area where concrete is to be placed. Prepares and grades area by pruning tree roots and excavating concrete or asphalt with various hand and power tools, skip loader, dump truck, and related equipment.

Sets concrete forms.

Mixes cement and/orders a supply of pre-mixed concrete. Pours and finishes concrete for areas including sidewalks, driveways, walls, curbs, and gutters.

Makes minor repairs to sprinkler heads and systems where needed.

May lead the activities of a crew.

Posts signs and places cones and barricades to delineate work sites as necessary.

Follows all applicable safety rules and regulations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of:

General concrete construction procedures.
Concrete mixing formulas and proportions.
Grading and drainage requirements.
Safety and traffic control practices.
Relevant city codes and standards related to concrete construction.

Ability to:

Set concrete forms.
Operate a variety of tools and equipment necessary to complete a project.
Perform skilled concrete finishing work.
Determine alternate approaches to finishing a work area.
Use formulas and take accurate measurements.

Skill in:

Reading, writing, and communicating in English at an appropriate level.
Perform math calculations at an appropriate level.
Dealing effectively with the public.
Work cooperatively with others.

Education, Training and Experience:

High school graduation or equivalent supplemented with completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training in concrete finishing needed to acquire journey-level status. Two years of performing journey-level concrete finishing work.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a Class "C" driver's license. A Class "A" driver's license will be required within six months of hire date.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed outside in seasonal hot and cold. Occasionally slippery surfaces and dust are a factor. Work with and around dirt and soil is constant. Physical demands include kneeling, bending, heavy lifting, and reading. Meeting deadlines is also a frequent occurrence.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit a clear, concise, completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.

Selection Process:

All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding your work history and qualifications for the position. All applicants will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

Testing may consist of any of the following: written test, performance test, evaluation of qualifications, oral interview, or any combination of these.

If three or more qualified City employees apply and pass the examination, a promotional list will be established in addition to an open-competitive list. If fewer than three qualified City employees pass the examination, the appointing authority, in accordance with the City's civil service rules and regulations, can decline to use a promotional list, in which case a promotional list will not be established for this position.

Background Investigation:

Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.

The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!

Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).

Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.

The City's liberal fringe benefits for full-time employment include sick leave, holiday and vacation pay, the Public Employees Retirement System, medical, dental and vision insurance, credit union, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, Dependent Care Assistance Plan and Marine Park Childcare Center.

Closing Date/Time: 9/5/2024 5:30 PM Pacific

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