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City of San Antonio Concrete Finisher (Drainage Operations) in United States

Concrete Finisher (Drainage Operations)

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Concrete Finisher (Drainage Operations)

Salary

$19.90 Hourly

Location

TX 78228, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00787

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

02/24/2025

Closing Date

3/23/2025 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for smoothing and finishing surfaces of poured concrete floors, walls, sidewalks, inlets, retaining walls or curbs to specified textures using hand tools or power tools. Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to

temperature extremes, dust, damp/wet surfaces, high noise, oily surfaces, liquid asphalt and lime. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

6927 W. Commerce ( Southwest Service Center), San Antonio, Texas 78228

Work Hours

6:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., Monday - Thursday; may require working emergency response or inclement weather.

Essential Job Functions

  • Directs the pouring of ready-mix concrete and the operation of automatic curb machine, occasionally by using a two-way radio.

  • Utilizes concrete finishing equipment to plaster and repair old concrete; hand finishes fresh concrete.

  • Repairs old concrete structures using concrete bonding chemicals.

  • Prepares concrete mixtures for use in automatic curb machine.

  • Works from blue prints, sketches, or instructions.

  • Prepare estimates of project time and materials.

  • Assists in the building of concrete forms, frequently lifting and carrying building materials or equipment weighing 50 pounds.

  • Assists in the training of crew members and helpers in the use and operation of equipment.

  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

  • Formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

  • Three (3) years of experience in the concrete trade or related field.

  • Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in concrete finishing.

  • Experience building and laying concrete forms.

  • Experience reading construction plans, blue prints and drawings.

  • Experience estimating project costs.

Applicant Information

  • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

  • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

  • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

  • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of various types of concrete and its characteristics.

  • Knowledge of various methods of concrete finishing.

  • Knowledge of safety procedures as they apply the pouring and finishing of concrete.

  • Skill in utilizing all tools and equipment of the concrete finishing trade.

  • Ability to understand and follow instructions.

  • Ability to recognize and decide exactly when to smooth and finish concrete.

  • Ability to interpret construction plans.

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.

  • Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

  • Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.

  • Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

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