What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grout Journeyman position at Brown & Root?
SUMMARY
-Smoothes and finishes surfaces of poured concrete floor, walls, sidewalks or curbs to specified textures.
RESPONSIBILITIES - May mix cement or epoxy grouts using concrete mixing machine or hoe.
- Signals the concrete deliverer to position truck to facilitate pouring.
- May build or reinforce forms or bracing prior to pours.
- Loads, transports and unloads tools, equipment and supplies.
- Spreads concrete to specified depth and workable consistency, using a float to bring water to surface and produce soft topping.
- Levels, smoothes and shapes surfaces of freshly poured concrete, using straight edge and float or power screed.
- Finishes concrete surfaces using power trowel or wets and rubs concrete with abrasive stone to specified finish.
- Remove rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, power grinder or chisel and hammer and patches holes with fresh concrete or epoxy compound.
- Spray cement mortar or concrete to cover exposed earth, masonry, and steel surfaces and forcing grout into drilled holes or spaces between foundations.
- Molds expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers and straight edge.
- May direct sub-grade work and setting of forms.
- Assists in lifting, positioning and securing of materials and work pieces.
- Perform minor maintenance and cleaning activities with tools and equipment.
- Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS -May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Work rapidly and accurately with hands.
- Follow set procedures and standards.
- Compare and see differences in size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
- Rate information using standards that can be measured or checked.
- Calculate amounts of concrete required for each job.
- Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Strength: a. Standing 70% Walking 20% Sitting 10% b. Lifting 35 lb. Carrying 35 lb. Pushing 80 ft-lb. Pulling 80 ft-lb. 2. Climbing F Balancing O 3. Stooping F Kneeling F Crouching F Crawling F Reaching F Handling C Fingering O EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS NP Not Present O Occasionally (0-33%) F Frequently (34-66%) C Constantly (67-100%)
Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.