CEMENT FINISHER

UNIVERSAL BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Cement Finisher

DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Number of Vacancies (2)

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City's collective bargaining agreement with the CEMENT MASONS LOCAL 502 (Bargaining unit 33). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid on this position.

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply to the bid

site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

AND

1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago."

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Under supervision, performs journey-level cement mason work in the laying, floating, and finishing of concrete for the construction, installation, and repair of new or existing sidewalks, curbs and gutters, ramps, and other construction projects, and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

* Reads drawings, specifications, and work orders to assess work required and to measure and lay out work to restore, install, or repair concrete

* Ensures adequate supplies of tools, equipment, and materials are at the work site

* Directs Concrete Laborers in filling and leveling surface area with sub-grade materials to prepare work area for concrete pour

* Assembles and sets formwork that holds concrete to the required pitch and depth, and aligns forms

* Places reinforce steel materials to ensure concrete reinforcement meets specifications

* Guides the positioning of trucks delivering concrete and moves chutes to facilitate the pouring of concrete on forms

* Places concrete and guides and instructs Concrete Laborers in the casting and spreading of concrete into forms or onto surfaces

* Finishes freshly poured concrete, using specialized tools (e.g., screed, bull float, trowel) to level and smooth the surface

* Uses powered or hand trowels to finish concrete to the required lines and grades

* Operates power vibrator equipment to compact concrete

* Checks line and grade of concrete finishing work to ensure specifications are met

* Monitors the effects of weather on the curing rate of concrete throughout the work process

* Applies hardening and sealing compounds to cure the surface of concrete, and waterproof or restore the surface

* Covers and barricades finished work

* Works with Concrete Laborers in disassembling forms and cleaning work sites

* Loads, transports, and unloads of equipment and supplies

* Preparing work activity reports

NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to positions within the class.

Location:

Various sites (Bureau of Operations and Distribution)

Days Off: Varies

Shift: Varies

Hours: Varies

Lunch: hour

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

PREFERENCE

* A valid driver's license

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience

* Successful completion of a US Department of Labor registered cement finishing/cement mason apprenticeship training program and journeyman status, OR, should the above criteria not be fulfilled, the following options are acceptable.

* Successful completion of an industry or company-sponsored apprenticeship training program as a cement finisher/cement mason, PLUS two (2) years of journey-level work experience as a cement finisher

* Five (5) years of journey-level work experience as a cement finisher

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications

* A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

* Must have the permanent use of an automobile that is properly insured, including a clause specifically insuring the City of Chicago from accident liability

WORKING CONDITIONS

* Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

* Exposure to noise, dust, and other conditions on construction sites

EQUIPMENT

* Personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hat, rubber boots, glasses, gloves, face masks)

* Safety devices or equipment (e.g., cones, barricades, scaffolding, ropes)

* Two-way radio

* Standard tools and equipment of the cement masonry trade (e.g., hand and power trowels, floaters, screeds, edging tools, groover, vibrator, jointers)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

* Substantial lifting (up to 80 pounds) is required

* Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time

* Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with one's body, arms, and/or legs

* Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge

Moderate knowledge of:

* Tools, materials, processes, and techniques of concrete finishing and masonry

* Techniques and processes used in laying, smoothing, and finishing concrete surfaces

* Techniques for constructing concrete and reinforced concrete structures

* Properties and characteristics of concrete and various types of concrete mixes

* Effects of concrete mixes on the strength of concrete, setting and curing times, finish, and durability

* Use of safety equipment and protective gear

* Applicable safety and code standards specific to the cement finishing trade, including OSHA standards

Knowledge of applicable City and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

Skills

* ACTIVE LEARNING - Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

* ACTIVE LISTENING - Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times

* MATHEMATICS- Use mathematics to solve problems

Abilities

* COMPREHEND ORAL INFORMATION - Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

* SPEAK - Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand

* COMPREHEND WRITTEN INFORMATION - Tell me when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong

* WORK WITH NUMBERS - Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense

Other Work Requirements

* STAMINA - Demonstrate energy and stamina to accomplish work tasks

* DEPENDABILITY - Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability, and fulfill obligations

* ATTENTION TO DETAIL - Pay careful attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to pass a skills assessment test. Test results will be sent out by the Department of Human Resources after they have been analyzed and compiled. Candidates who receive a passing score on the test will be hired in seniority/lottery order.

Candidates will be invited to test via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to monitor their emails regularly after the application period closes.

Education & Employment Verification - Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired, you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diplomas must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing, if applicable. You must also provide your valid U.S. driver's license at time of processing.

NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete, and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.

All employees of the City of Chicago must demonstrate commitment to and compliance with applicable state and federal laws, and City ordinances and rules; the City's Ethics standards; and other City policies and procedures.

The City of Chicago will consider equivalent foreign degrees, accreditations, and credentials in evaluating qualifications.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CST on 3/30/2026