• Concrete Finisher

    City of Las Cruces, NM (Las Cruces, NM)


    Concrete Finisher

     

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    Concrete Finisher

     

    Salary

     

    $16.76 Hourly

     

    Location

     

    Las Cruces, NM

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-time Regular

     

    Job Number

    K004 07-25 LD

    Department

     

    Public Works

     

    Opening Date

     

    07/24/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    8/11/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

     

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    Nature of Work

     

    Performs the pouring and finishing of concrete on roads, curbs/gutter and sidewalks.

    ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

    Works outdoors with exposure to noise, dust, pollen and traffic hazards; may be exposed to open manholes and street excavations with cave-in potential; required protective gear includes vests, hard hat, safety shoes, goggles and ear protection.

    PHYSICAL FACTORS

    Heavy physical work involving the ability to work in the field in a construction environment; standing, bending, stooping, squatting; lifting and pushing items weighing up to 100 pounds; using a concrete saw weighing 500 pounds.

    WORK SITUATION FACTORS

    May need to respond to emergency situations after normal working hours. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policy. Release of Information Form (49 CFR Part 40) required.

     

    FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

     

    Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

     

    Full-time, regular, non-exempt, union represented position

     

    This position is graded BC06.

     

    Duties and Responsibilities

     

    + Removes broken concrete; ensures concrete forms are set into position for pouring concrete; ensures appropriate concrete depth is attained.

    + Pours concrete; finishes surfaces of fresh concrete on roads, walkways, curb/gutter and other construction areas; ensures specific grade and contour is in compliance with City standard specifications and plans.

    + Strips forms; back fills open areas; replaces disturbed landscaping; performs general clean-up.

    + Oversees the work of crew members performing concrete work.

    + Digs and fills holes; patches cuts and holes in streets.

    + Conducts repairs on storm drain inlets.

    + Conducts minor maintenance repairs of concrete around City buildings and facilities.

    + May serve as relief truck driver and/or equipment operator.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Equivalent of a high school diploma PLUS three years of experience in concrete construction, including the use of a tools/equipment used in concrete construction. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

    LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

    Valid Class B commercial driver’s license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy

     

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

     

    General knowledge of:Procedures of compaction; traffic control and safety procedures.

     

    Ability to: Read and understand technical specifications and standards; maintain accurate records; set grade stakes; check grade cuts and fills; calculate material quantities, grade, slope and drainage; operate power/hand tools and equipment.

     

    Skills in: Operating backhoe, jackhammer, tamper, concrete and wood saws, shovel, pick, sledge hammer, etc. in order to complete necessary concrete work.

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    01

     

    Are you a current City of Las Cruces employee? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process).

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    02

     

    Do you have, at a minimum, the required high school diploma or equivalent (GED)? (If you fail to include this information under the education section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.)

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    03

     

    This position requires three (3) years of experience in concrete construction, including the use of tools/equipment used in concrete construction. Do you meet this requirement? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process).

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    04

     

    A valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required. Do you meet this requirement?

    + Yes

    + No

     

    05

     

    If you answered "yes" to the previous question above, please indicate the type of license, license number, expiration date, any restrictions or endorsements, and the state that issued the license. If none, type N/A.

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    Employer

     

    City of Las Cruces

     

    Address

     
     

    Phone

     

    575-528-3100575-528-3100

     

    Website

     

    http://www.lascruces.gov

     

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