Concrete Finisher

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values.  In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

A concrete finisher is required to perform a variety of tasks including placing, finishing, protecting and repairing concrete.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety first, in everything we do.


• Operates a screed to level freshly placed concrete according to grade and depth specification.


• Smooth concrete surface using either a hand trowel, long handled “bull float” or powered float.


• Cut joints/grooves in concrete with edging tools to help control cracking.


• Apply hardening and sealing components to cure surfaces.


• Monitor the wind, heat and cold as it affects the curing of the concrete.

Qualifications:

• Must have good vision, stamina, good hand eye coordination and an ability to estimate size and dimensions.


• Skill in smoothing, finishing freshly placed concrete, applying surface treatments and restoring concrete surfaces.


• Required to perform task that include heavy lifting, climbing, balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, crawling and reaching.


• Must be able to work outdoors in areas that are dusty or dirty.


• Must be able to meet all safety requirements and applicable safety policies.

Necessary Attributes:

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.


• Team Play and with good interpersonal kills.


• Reliance on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.


• Dedicated and hard working.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.