Concrete Finisher
Lakeland, FL 
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Posted 30 months ago
Position No Longer Available
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Job Description


100 Years of Experience at Work for You!

Since 1920, the professional men and women of Hubbard Construction have literally paved the way for hundreds of public and private projects that have supported Florida's rise to prominence.

Hubbard is one of Florida's largest heavy civil construction companies. We are proud to be a part of Florida's history and we are eager to continue to serve the Florida market and beyond.

The scope of Hubbard's work includes complex highway projects, site development, paving, utility and drainage systems, surveying, RAP and hot mix sales, and state-of-the-art bridge building. We provide multiple delivery systems in design-build, bid-build, public/private-partnerships and design-build finance.

Hubbard Construction's parent company, Eurovia, operates through a network of 330 agencies and 770 production sites, in 17 countries around the world.

General Description

A Bridge Concrete Finisher is an hourly-rated skilled craft position that performs on construction projects any combination of the duties described more fully, below. A Bridge Concrete Finisher typically performs a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the work flow dictates.

Key Duties

  • Smooth and finish surfaces of poured bridge decking or other concrete slabs to specified textures, using hand tools or power tools including floats, trowels and screeds
  • Spread concrete to specified depth and workable consistency
  • Mix sand and cement, and concrete by hand
  • Use float to bring water to surface and produce soft topping
  • Level, smooth and shape surfaces of freshly poured concrete using straightedge, float or power screed
  • Finish concrete surfaces using power trowel
  • Rub concrete with abrasive stone to finish
  • Remove rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, using power grinder, chisel or hammer
  • Patch holes with fresh concrete or epoxy compound material
  • Mold expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointer or straight edge
  • Mix concrete using a mixing machine
  • Add material to concrete to produce required finish
  • Break up and repair old concrete surfaces
  • Must be able to walk on rebar
  • Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts

Qualification Requirements

  • General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Education and Experience. This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Bridge Concrete Finisher. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees. Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges.
  • Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Bridge Concrete Finisher to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
    • Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
    • Work is often performed at heights up to 60 feet, requiring the employee to climb ladders, scaffolds and stair towers, often with narrow steps and passageways.
    • Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
    • Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50-90 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
    • Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
    • Capable of operating concrete vibrators for extended periods of time.
    • Physical dexterity to pour, grade and finish concrete, involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
    • Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
    • Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
    • Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 15 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.
    • Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions, to provide direction and flagging for operators of cranes with rated capacities of up to 300 tons.
    • Capable of safely and productively operating a man-lift.
    • Ability to maintain balance while working on water craft or other surfaces.
  • Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Bridge Concrete Finisher encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
    • Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
    • Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
    • Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
    • Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

Blythe Construction, Inc. - Hubbard Construction Company - Northeast Paving - Sunmount Paving - Virginia Paving Company, are hereby referred to as Eurovia USA
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Blythe Construction, Inc.:
Phone: 704-375-8474
Hubbard Construction Company:
Phone: 407-645-5500
Eurovia Atlantic Coast, LLC:
Phone: 704-375-8474

Eurovia USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Eurovia USA is committed to providing a fair and equal employment opportunity workplace. All hiring and promotional decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status that is protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Position No Longer Available
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
3 to 5 years
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