Cement Finisher Journeyman

DescriptionCompensation Range: Hourly $35.50 to $47.00Employment Offers are Contingent upon Successful Completion of:

Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility

Substance Abuse Screening

Physical Exam

Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

About Hensel PhelpsAt Hensel Phelps, construction is our business. With world-class leadership and a well-honed approach developed over more than three quarters of a century, we employ expertise, experience, and ingenuity to build landmark properties – and build lasting relationships with our clients. We approach every project “The Hensel Phelps Way,” inspiring trust and delivering excellence in all we do. Our comprehensive construction services – from preconstruction through constructability and field management – deliver superior results on time and on budget. Hensel Phelps’ Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) technology enhances our ability to deliver projects faster, more cost effectively and with a greater level of quality.The Hensel Phelps Way is built on four pillars: People, Process, Partnership and Technology.Benefits:Hensel Phelps provides Union Paid Benefits.Position Description:Cement finishers employed by Hensel Phelps are responsible for placement and surface preparation of concrete in conformance with the project requirements.Essential Duties:

Positioning themselves on the concrete forms and moving the pump hose or concrete bucket into place for the pouring of the concrete.

Levelling the top surface of freshly poured concrete on floors, walls, ceilings or sidewalks. Responsible for finishing the concrete surface to meet the tolerances for thickness and flatness before the concrete has cured. Initially, the concrete finisher must strike the concrete with a screed to create a level, smooth surface.

Applying a bull float to the concrete to further smooth the surface and bring the moisture to the top of the concrete area. The float is operated by a concrete finisher applying pressure to the float as it is moved back and forth over the concrete.

Applying hardening and sealing compounds to cure the surface of concrete. This includes waterproofing, damp-proofing, and restoring concrete surfaces.

Installing anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.

Operating a trowel to finish the surface when the concrete has reached a semi-cured status. Moving the machine over the concrete surface to level the concrete and develop the desired finish. Following up with the finish trowel using the steel trowel. Often, after the mechanical trowel has been used, the final troweling is performed by the concrete finisher using a 14-inch steel trowel.

Promoting a safe work environment and communicating jobsite hazards. Responsible for ensuring that all materials are properly distributed, and the site is swept and well maintained.

Helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored.

Position Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED.

Valid Driver’s License, required.

Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program.

Experience with constructing and placing concrete forms.

Must be able to take initiative.

Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions.

Workers must provide their own safety footwear.

Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally.

Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills.

Must be reliable and punctual.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading.

OSHA 10 Certification.

CPR & First Aid Certification.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action EmployerHensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)