Concrete Technician

Job Overview We are currently looking for an entry-level Concrete Technician to join our team. The successful candidate must have excellent problem solving and communication skills, as well as a strong work ethic. Previous experience in the concrete industry is a plus but not required. If you are looking for a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field, then this is the job for you! Responsibilities Assist crews in the maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, driveways, alleys, drainage, and asphalt repairs. Carry out oral and written instructions and communicate with the general public and crew members. Work with crews performing construction and maintenance activities for streets, sidewalks, driveways, alleys, and drainage and asphalt repairs. Follow all safety rules and regulations on the job site. Cut lumber and set forms; cut, lay, and tie rebar using steel cutter and rebar ties. Assist with preparation of concrete base including setting wood forms and positioning steel; measure and pour concrete; finish concrete; remove wooden forms and backfill and clean site. Mix concrete in cement mixer; fill wheelbarrow and push to box or pouring site; pour concrete; when making boxes, fill wheelbarrow with blocks or bricks and deliver to finisher. Check truck; obtain supplies, equipment, and materials; load truck with bricks, blocks, lumber, mortar, generator, wheelbarrow, sand, etc. Clean assigned equipment and related parts daily, as required. Drive to the job site and prepare for work; set up cones and signs to warn traffic. Perform all other related duties as assigned. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days). Valid State of Texas Class \"B\" Commercial Driver’s License, or must be obtained within six months of date in position. Preferred Six months of related experience. Additional Skills Ability to operate machinery and equipment including cement mixer, skill saw, and miscellaneous hand tools. Ability to build forms, form box tops, and pour slabs, driveways, curbs, and sidewalks. Ability to lay brick and block and finish concrete. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public. Other Information Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services. Overall Position Strength Demands: Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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