Concrete Helper - Various Locations

Job Summary:Concrete Helper assists a Concrete Finisher in constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing concrete structures, in fixtures of wood, plywood, and patent-type form systems using hand tools and power tools within tolerances that conform to drawings and specifications.Level IV: Competent to complete Journeyman level Concrete tasks with minimal supervision.Overview of Primary Duties:Assist with operating a transit/level to set grade for paving forms, establish sub-grade, and set grade pens for finished concrete grade.Assist with setting forms for alleys, streets, driveways, sidewalks, ADA ramps, inlets, curbs, and concrete structure improvements.Assist with placing and finishing concrete to the correct grade to ensure proper drainage and smooth ride quality that adheres to all City, State, and Federal Standards.Operation of electric and pneumatic tools.Selects, loads, and hauls job material to the work site.Direct the casting of the concrete with the truck driver.Assist with pouring smoothing and leveling concrete using a rake, trowel, float, and screed.Assist with applying seal and hardening components.Safely operates power vibrators to ensure the concrete is compacted.Assist with the polishing surface using a power surfacing machineWork within precise standards of accuracy.Compare and see differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects.Observe flat drawings or diagrams and understand how they would look like solid objects.Apply basic mathematical skills.Follow oral and written directions.Demonstrate Yates Core Values and PrinciplesFollow Yates Code of ConductSafety Responsibilities and Expectations Responsible for refusing unsafe work and for carrying out all work by the established Yates Safety Procedures and Work PracticesReport all incidents, near hits, and hazards to management.Required to wear and maintain personal PPE.Advise fellow employees of hazardous situations.Participate in workplace inspections.Comply with statutory requirements, including duty of care.Participate in required and assigned training.Provide suggestions to improve Safety.Present a mature approach to working safely.Attend prestart and Safety meetings and contribute.Other related duties as needed and assigned by Field Supervision.This is not an all-inclusive list of tasks an employee may be asked to do. Employees are expected to complete any tasks they are assigned.Qualifications:Level IV:Thirty-six (36) + months of heavy industrial-related concrete experienceOther verified experiences or certifications with concrete experienceLevel III:Twenty-four (24) to thirty-five (35) months of heavy industrial-related concrete experienceLevel II:Twelve (12) to twenty-three (23) months of heavy industrial-related concrete experienceLevel I:Zero (0) to eleven (11) months of heavy industrial-related concrete experienceOne (1) year of industrial experienceRequirements:Must have the ability to read and interpret instructions and documentationPersonal hand tools required for craft as established on the Yates Industrial Minimum Tool ListSuccessful completion of required Safety training to include, but not limited to, Confined Space, LOTO, and Working at HeightsPhysical Demands/Essential Job Functions:This job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This is not an all-inclusive list of functions that an employee may be asked to do. Employees are expected to complete any tasks they are assigned. Physical requirements for this role may include but are not limited to:All weather conditions at varying temperaturesWork at varying elevationsWill work in windy and dusty environmentsModerate to high noise levelsThe project site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment, and toolsAbility to hear bells, whistles, and alarmsRequired to wear safety-approved body harnesses when working at 4 or aboveRequired to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, and liftingAbility to talk and hear to communicateWill use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and toolsMust be able to lift, carry, and move heavy objects up to 25 lbs.Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception, and peripheral visionAbout Yates ConstructionRanked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country by Engineering News-Record, Yates Construction is family-owned. It provides a wide range of construction and building services. Incorporated in 1964 by William G. Yates Jr., we have steadily grown to become one of the nation's top commercial and industrial construction companies. We are financially sound, with a significant bonding capacity and vast personnel and equipment resources.Our portfolio includes commercial and industrial projects from various sectors, including arts and culture, civil, commercial, education, entertainment and gaming, federal, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, municipal, retail, and technology. We work hard to understand our client's business needs and continually look for opportunities to add value to them and their projects.Our client relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each client achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and communicating constantly with all team members.Yates Construction is a military-friendly employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics, in addition to federal and state law requirements.Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities.Department: Craft Employment Location: Birmingham, AL