Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher - Lead -1246

Louisiana Bridge Builders (LBB) is designing and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana (USA) for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for the reconstruction of interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and approaches for a 5.5 mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street. Louisiana Bridge Builders offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, and more. Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer. Position Purpose/Summary The Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher - Lead is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders by placing, finishing, repairing concrete surfaces, and curing concrete surfaces to include roads, sidewalks and curbs, to achieve specified textures and finishes while ensuring quality, durability, and safety standards are met. Location This position is based in Lake Charles, LA. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 1. Coordinate and provide daily, clear, instructions and updates to team members/crew. 2. Set forms, screeds and ensure correct alignment, elevation, and grade 3. Mix, pour, spread, level, and smooth concrete using hand tools and power tools 4. Finish concrete surfaces using trowels, floats, screeds, and edgers 5. Apply surface treatments, sealers, and curing compounds 6. Cut expansion joints using hand tools or power saws 7. Monitor curing process to ensure proper strength and durability 8. Repair, patch, and resurface existing concrete structures including use of concrete grinders, demo hammers, mix and pour repair mortars and dry rub finishing tools. 9. Read and interpret repair procedures, and specifications as it relates to concrete placing and repair 10. Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a safe and clean condition 11. Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills for Success 1. Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc. 2. Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions. 3. Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal. 4. Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches. 5. Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator. 6. Ability to work a flexible work schedule, additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed, to best serve the business operations. 7. Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and layout tools safe and efficiently. 8. Experience working at heights using finishing buggies and/or manlifts. 9. Ability to maintain a valid and current drivers license. Qualifications The Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher - Lead position requires working knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to the position. Must have at least five (5)+ years of concrete finisher or similar construction experience and a valid and current drivers license. Experience placing and finishing bridge decks working around/with Bidwell roller pavers and work bridges asset. Experience leading a team/crew is preferred.