Construction Concrete Laborer (Shotcrete)

Summary 

A construction concrete laborer (shotcrete) supports concrete/shotcrete application process by performing general labor, setting up equipment, operating pump, applying concrete/shotcrete, or performing other assigned duties.

COST is a theme construction company that fabricates and manufactures custom creative projects for museums, theme and water parks, aquariums, zoological exhibits, and other unique clients. Check out our work on our website!

Location: Odessa, TX

Shift/Work: First shift; 40 hours typically but may vary based on need

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform general labor, set up equipment, operate pump, apply concrete/shotcrete, or perform other assigned duties to support the concrete/shotcrete application process.


2. Ensure all areas to receive concrete/shotcrete are clean, sound, and free of loose material; and that anchors, reinforcement, and ground wires are properly placed and spaced.


3. Demonstrate understanding of concrete/shotcrete pump operation, inclusive of understanding of shotcrete mix designs and their impact on the pump.


4. Set elevations, grades and thicknesses for the shotcrete placement.


5. Control the air that increases/decreases the velocity to ensure proper placement and proper encasement/build-up of concrete/shotcrete surface support, for wet process.


6. Prepare and maintain concrete/shotcrete mixture by applying appropriate material proportions and ratios.


7. Clean surfaces of dust and loose debris prior to concrete/shotcrete application to ensure proper concrete/shotcrete adherence.


8. Operate equipment such as concrete/shotcrete pump, ensuring hoses and pump are cleaned, maintained and inspected regularly.


9. Store and maintain equipment.


10. Perform heavy lifting.


11. Adhere to safety requirements and equipment guidelines.


12. Adhere to all company policies and procedures.


13. Perform other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Education

• Two years of high school and six to twelve months related experience; or a combination of education and experience.


• Read and comprehend instructions. Ability to effectively communicate with other employees of the organization.


• Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.


• Construction knowledge and experience preferred.


• Ability to read and understand blueprints preferred.


• Forklift experience and light equipment operation experience preferred.


• Welding, concrete, fiberglass, and artistic experience preferred.


• OSHA-10 certification
  

Skills, Abilities

• Must demonstrate COST’s Core Competencies


• Strong reading comprehension, common sense, and listening skills, to understand and follow instructions


• Ability to effectively communicate verbally


• Critical thinking skills involving variables; strong attention to detail


• Ability to work in a safe manner
  

Benefits

• Paid time off


• Birthday paid time off


• 8 paid holidays
  


• Medical insurance


• Company paid life insurance


• Voluntary benefits: dental, short term disability, term life insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance


• 401(k)


• Quarterly variable pay bonus

Physical Demands

• Strength and stamina, including the ability to work outside in varying weather conditions


• Must have close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
  


• Must lift 70 lbs. floor to waist, 90 lbs. waist to chest, and 25 lbs. chest to above head. Must carry 50 lbs. a distance of 50 ft., push a 100 lb. wheeled cart a distance of 100 ft., and drag 50 lbs. a distance of 100 ft.


• Regularly stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; regularly walk, climb, stand, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Work Environment

• Standard production work environment includes exposure to odors, fumes, or airborne particles.


• Typical machinery noise is moderate to loud.


• Additional or extended hours and overtime may be required, depending on the project deadline.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work that may be inherent in the occupation. COST of Wisconsin, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity workplace.