What are the responsibilities and job description for the Concrete Finisher I position at City of Beaumont?
Essential Job Functions: Performs skilled manual tasks involved in the maintenance, repair, rehabilitation and new construction of concrete streets, sidewalks, ramps, curbs, gutters, catch basins, manholes, surface inlets, curb inlets, junction boxes and riprap; operates such equipment as an air compressor, concrete saw, concrete mixer, chain saw, gas detector, electric drill and laser level; operates hand tools required to form, construct and finish concrete; replenishes supplies; may supervise lower-level employees;.
Other Job Functions: Light vehicle maintenance; cleans tools; washes vehicles. Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Works outside in all kinds of weather including extreme cold, heat and temperature swings; is exposed to extreme and constant noise; works in trenches/ditches and manholes; is exposed to mechanical and explosive hazards; expose to fumes/odors, dust/mites, chemicals and gas vapors. Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Must be available to work extended hours as needed. Subject to 24 hour call out. Position considered essential during emergency situations.
Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of manual tasks required for area of work assignment including knowledge of concrete form building and steel reinforcement of concrete roadways and drainage structures, concrete finishing techniques, grade setting and safety procedures.
Skills/Abilities: Advanced skill in the use and operation of hand and power tools such as concrete saws, chain saws, circular saws, bull floats, screeds, trowels, rebar benders, tampers, groovers, edgers, brooms, shovels and rakes as well as other equipment applicable to assignments; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and during unfavorable weather conditions; ability to read and write and follow oral and written instructions; ability to interpret maps and sketches; ability to operate laser levels; ability to form, prepare, pour and finish concrete pavement and drainage structures; ability to make simple mathematical calculations; ability to make decisions and plan job tasks.
Physical Requirements: Constantly sees and hears; frequently carries objects weighing up to 50 lbs., drags, pulls, pushes, lifts objects weighing up to 100 lbs., squats, stands, stoops, kneels, twists body, walks, climbs, drives vehicle and writes by hand; infrequently cleans, crawls and sits.
Education/Experience: High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Minimum five (5) years of experience performing tasks associated with the construction and repair of concrete roadways, concrete drainage structures and related facilities, including extensive knowledge of concrete finishing.
Must possess a valid Class C driver’s license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver’s License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.
The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.
The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.
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