Concrete Finisher

Description

 The Concrete Finisher performs skilled concrete work in the construction, repair, and maintenance of Lagoon’s buildings, rides, attractions, walkways, foundations, and other Park structures. This position focuses heavily on all phases of concrete preparation, placement, finishing, and repair while supporting general construction tasks as needed. Work is performed in accordance with Lagoon’s policies and procedures and emphasizes safety, quality craftsmanship, teamwork, and maintaining a fun and guest-focused environment. 

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Prepare job sites for concrete work, including demolition, grading, compaction, form building, and layout.
   
• Mix, pour, place, and finish concrete for footings, flatwork, curbs, pads, structural elements, and attraction-related projects.
   
• Use hand and power tools such as screeds, floats, trowels, edgers, grinders, saws, and finishing tools to achieve required textures, slopes, and finishes.
   
• Set forms, rebar, mesh, and reinforcement systems to industry and Lagoon standards.
   
• Perform concrete repairs, patching, joint work, sealing, grinding, and decorative finishing as required.
   
• Assist with operating construction equipment such as skid steers, trenchers, concrete saws, compactors, and mixers.
   
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; follow Lagoon’s safety guidelines and use required PPE at all times.
   
• Support other Park construction projects including carpentry, fencing, site prep, small demolition, Frightmares setups, and general labor as assigned.
   
• Communicate job progress, material needs, and safety concerns to supervisors.
   
• Load, unload, and move materials and equipment to various locations throughout the Park.
   
• Perform work in a way that supports Lagoon’s guest-focused operations and minimizes disruption to Park activities.

Requirements

Required Qualifications / Abilities

• Previous concrete or masonry experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of concrete mixing, placement, finishing techniques, curing, and repair methods.
• Ability to use concrete hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to read measurements, follow layouts, and understand basic construction plans.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety practices.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, weekdays, weekends, holidays, and evenings based on project and Park needs.
• Valid driver’s license 

Working Conditions

This position requires working in an environment that includes exposure to high noise levels, bright/flashing light or darkened areas, fog or haze, large crowds and other factors typical to an amusement park setting.

This position will perform essential job duties outdoors and be exposed to environmental elements including, but not limited to, extreme heat or cold, wind, dust, noise, rain, snow, and direct sunlight. Work may also occur in indoor construction areas, workshops, equipment rooms, and maintenance facilities.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below must be met to successfully perform the essential job responsibilities.

• Must be able to use fingers, hands, arms, and legs to reach, operate equipment, climb stairs, pour and finish concrete, perform routine safety checks, and use hands to handle or feel.
• Able to sit, stand, walk (at a specified pace), crouch, crawl, kneel, reach above the head, or stoop for the duration of a shift up to eight (8) hours.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds and up to one hundred (100) pounds assisted.
• Able to push, pull, bend, lift, and carry tools, forms, concrete bags, and reinforcement materials.
• Able to walk quickly to and from job locations up to one (1) mile distance.
• Must have sufficient hearing and visual acuity to observe equipment, surroundings, and Lagoon guests.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.