Job Description

Located in Ottawa, Ontario,

Central Precast

was established in 1956 and began manufacturing precast concrete products for the general construction industry. The product line and manufacturing facility grew to include landscape products, steps, and architectural panels and is a part of The Precast Group which is the largest precast concrete products producer in Eastern Ontario. The Precast Group has three manufacturing operations: Central Precast, M Con Products and Utility Structures Inc. Our mission is to meet the demands of our customers and employees, under a safe working environment, where service and quality are at the forefront. We have an immediate opening for a Concrete Finisher.

Summary

The primary responsibilities of this position are primarily working with concrete and reinforced steel for precast concrete structures. This is a demanding job that requires good physical condition and the ability to maintain a high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Finish concrete surfaces by applying techniques such as smoothing, leveling, and texturing. Prepare concrete forms and ensure proper alignment before pouring. Use hand tools and machinery effectively to achieve desired finishes. Inspect finished work for quality assurance and compliance with specifications. Collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines and maintain safety standards. Assist with the installation of precast products as needed.

Requirements

Collecting materials, assembling cages, setting up casts prior to pouring concrete Pouring concrete Raking, tamping, and leveling poured concrete Cleaning and oiling concrete molds Applying smooth finish to concrete, ready to receive paint Transporting raw materials throughout the plant manually Participating daily in the warehouse cleanliness and upkeep Checking finished precast for damage and defects Assisting and participating in concrete repairs

Qualifications:

Education Required

High School Diploma
Years of Experience

1-2 years experience in construction or concrete industry

Specific Experience/Skills

Highly proficient in using a hand/power tools and equipment to prepare and level concrete. Proven experience/expertise in the manual use of a trowel to produce high quality concrete surfaces Perform repetitive, physical labor for long periods of time in a dusty, dirty, wet and muddy environment. Maintain high levels of safety and be aware of surrounding Detail-oriented, self-starter with strong work ethic Be able to work unsupervised and be self-motivated Effective communication/interpersonal skills. Strong team player with a positive attitude Able to work in a fast-paced, high-production environment. Willing to work overtime and shifts when needed including Saturdays Maintain a professional attitude at all times, especially when handling stressful situations

Own Tools/Equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Benefits

As per the collective agreement, rate of pay includes 8% vacation, group medical benefits (extended healthcare, dental, vision, prescriptions), EAP, pension Annual bonus Company events Free food Free onsite parking
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $36.90-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44 per week

Application question(s):

Are you legally entitled to work in Canada? Do you have reliable transportation to commute to work, as public transit may not be readily available? How many years as a concrete finisher do you have? Do you currently reside in the Ottawa area? Is there anything else you would like to share?
Work Location: In person