Concrete Finisher
Awarded one of Canada’s Best Managed companies, The Forest Group of Companies is a vertically integrated diversified group of companies offering exterior construction material supply and services within the Greater Toronto Area. Focused on asphalt paving, concrete, municipal site services, landscape construction and other exterior construction, Forest has provided quality solutions for over 25 years.
We are currently looking for Concrete Finishers to join our growing team!
As a Concrete Finisher, you will be responsible for smoothing and finishing the surfaces of poured concrete using multiple methods and a variety of hand and power tools.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Spread, compact, level and smooth concrete using rakes, shovels, hand or power trowels, hand or power screeds and floats.
- Monitor how environmental factors (wind, heat, cold) affects the curing of the concrete throughout the entire process.
- Mold expansion joints using edging tools, jointers and a straightedge.
- Apply sealants or other protective coatings where necessary.
- Repair, resurface and replace existing concrete structures.
- Material handling, loading and unloading work vehicles
- Working in an outdoor setting in a variety of weather conditions
- Other duties as required
Qualified candidates will possess:
- 2-5 years of experience in concrete finishing
- A sound knowledge of concrete operations from planning and forming to the finished product
- The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced work environment
- The ability to kneel, balance, climb, crouch and crawl
- The ability to lift heavy objects (80+ lbs)
- A strong work ethic and a positive attitude
- A safety conscious attitude and willingness to follow all company practices and procedures
- A valid driver’s license is preferred
Why join The Forest Group?
- We offer a competitive compensation package with the potential for a performance-based bonus.
- We provide a competitive benefits package including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits (i.e massage, physiotherapy, etc.).
- We offer a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer matching.
- Opportunity for significant career development due to continual growth.
- A strong company culture and work life balance.
The Forest Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.
Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.