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Essel
Concrete Skilled Labor
About this role
We are seeking an experienced Concrete Skilled Laborer / Concrete Finisher to assist with concrete placement, repair, preparation, and finishing on active construction projects. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with concrete surfaces and be comfortable using standard concrete tools and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with concrete pours, placement, spreading, leveling, and finishing.
- Prepare work areas, forms, subgrades, and existing surfaces before concrete placement.
- Perform concrete repair and remediation work as needed.
- Remove damaged, cracked, or deteriorated concrete.
- Patch cracks, holes, joints, and surface defects.
- Use hand tools and power tools to cut, grind, chip, and prepare concrete.
- Build and set forms for sidewalks, pads, curbs, slabs, and other concrete features.
- Install rebar, dowels, wire mesh, and reinforcement materials.
- Perform broom, smooth, trowel, edge, and float finishes.
- Check concrete for proper level, thickness, alignment, and surface consistency.
- Operate concrete saws, grinders, jackhammers, chipping hammers, mixers, and finishing tools.
- Clean tools, equipment, and work areas after each pour.
- Follow project plans, specifications, and supervisor instructions.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite.
- Perform additional skilled labor duties as assigned.
- Previous experience as a concrete laborer, concrete finisher, or skilled construction laborer.
- Hands-on experience with concrete placement and finishing.
- Experience with concrete repair, patching, or surface preparation.
- Ability to use floats, trowels, edgers, screeds, grinders, saws, and other concrete tools.
- Ability to read a tape measure and follow basic layouts.
- Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
- Comfortable working outdoors and performing physically demanding work.
- Must have reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
- Must have required PPE, including a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility vest, and work boots.
- Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a crew.
Preferred Qualifications
- Commercial or public-works concrete experience.
- Experience with slabs, sidewalks, curbs, pads, and flatwork.
- Experience with formwork and reinforcement installation.
- Knowledge of concrete curing and surface-protection methods.
- OSHA 10 certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Concrete Skilled Labor position at Essel?
The salary for this Concrete Skilled Labor role at Essel is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Concrete Skilled Labor position at Essel located?
This Concrete Skilled Labor role at Essel is based in Salinas, California, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Concrete Skilled Labor role at Essel full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Contract position. It is posted as a Concrete Skilled Labor role at Essel.
How do I apply for the Concrete Skilled Labor position at Essel?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Essel's official application portal hosted on workable where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Concrete Skilled Labor job at Essel posted?
This Concrete Skilled Labor position at Essel was posted on Jul 29, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Concrete Skilled Labor
Essel
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