Precast Concrete Patch & Repair Crew Member

Precast Concrete Patch & Repair Crew Member

Department: Production / Quality Control
Reports To: Patch & Repair Lead / Production Supervisor
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Precast Concrete Patch & Repair Crew Member is responsible for inspecting, patching, repairing, and finishing precast concrete products to meet company quality standards and project specifications. This position performs cosmetic and structural repairs, including filling voids, repairing chips and honeycombing, grinding, rubbing, caulking, and finishing concrete surfaces.

The Patch & Repair Crew Member works closely with the Quality Control, Production, and Yard teams to ensure finished precast products are properly repaired, visually acceptable, and ready for delivery or installation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect precast concrete products for surface defects, damage, cracks, chips, voids, honeycombing, bug holes, and other imperfections.
• Perform patching and repair work using approved concrete repair materials and methods.
• Mix and apply patching compounds, cementitious materials, epoxy, grout, and other approved repair products.
• Repair surface defects to match surrounding concrete in color, texture, and finish.
• Grind, rub, sand, scrape, and finish concrete surfaces as required.
• Repair chipped edges, corners, reveals, joints, and architectural surfaces.
• Fill bug holes, tie holes, form imperfections, and surface voids.
• Perform minor repairs to damaged precast products caused during stripping, handling, storage, or transportation.
• Use hand tools and power tools including grinders, sanders, chipping hammers, drills, and other concrete repair equipment.
• Follow repair procedures, approved repair details, drawings, and Quality Control requirements.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Properly clean and prepare surfaces before applying repair materials.
• Monitor repaired areas for proper bonding, appearance, and finish.
• Communicate significant defects or repairs requiring additional approval to the Patch & Repair Lead or Quality Control Manager.
• Assist with final inspection and preparation of products for shipment.
• Follow all company safety procedures, PPE requirements, and equipment operating procedures.
• Properly handle, store, and dispose of repair materials and chemicals.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition.
• Assist other production crews as needed.

Quality Responsibilities

• Ensure repairs meet company quality standards and project specifications.
• Identify defects that cannot be corrected through normal patch and repair procedures.
• Prevent repaired products from being released without required inspection or approval.
• Maintain consistency in repair techniques and finished appearance.
• Follow documented repair procedures and QC instructions.
• Notify supervision of recurring defects so the source of the problem can be addressed.

Safety Responsibilities

• Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, respirators, and appropriate footwear.
• Follow OSHA and company safety requirements.
• Use grinders, power tools, chemicals, and other equipment according to manufacturer and company procedures.
• Maintain awareness of overhead cranes, forklifts, moving equipment, stored precast products, and other plant hazards.
• Keep work areas free of trip hazards and unnecessary materials.
• Report unsafe conditions, injuries, damaged equipment, and near misses immediately.

Qualifications

Required:

• Ability to work safely in a precast concrete manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and tools.
• Ability to work on concrete surfaces and around dust, noise, and outdoor conditions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in precast concrete, concrete finishing, masonry, construction, or concrete repair.
• Experience using grinders and other hand or power tools.
• Experience with concrete patching, rubbing, grinding, or finishing.
• Knowledge of architectural precast finishes and repair techniques.
• Ability to read basic drawings or repair instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, kneel, squat, reach, and climb.
• Lift and carry tools and materials.
• Work in awkward positions when repairing precast products.
• Safely operate hand and power tools.
• Work in indoor and outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work around concrete dust, vibration, noise, and industrial equipment.

Performance Expectations

Success in this position requires:

• Quality: Repairs are durable, consistent, and visually acceptable.
• Productivity: Work is completed efficiently while maintaining quality.
• Safety: All work is performed according to company safety requirements.
• Attention to Detail: Defects are properly identified and corrected.
• Teamwork: Works effectively with Production, Quality Control, Yard, and Repair Leads.
• Reliability: Reports to work on time and completes assigned responsibilities.
• Communication: Clearly communicates defects, repair concerns, and material or equipment needs.

Career Advancement

This position may provide opportunities for advancement to:

• Patch & Repair Lead
• Repair Lead
• Production Lead
• Quality Control Technician
• Quality Control Lead
• Quality Control Manager
• Production Supervisor

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. Duties and responsibilities may change based on company needs, project requirements, and operational conditions.

We’re a growing precast concrete company that takes pride in building quality products, solving problems, and getting the job done right. We’re a hands-on team where people work together, pitch in when needed, and take pride in what they do.

Our work is anything but boring—there’s always something being built, fixed, improved, or figured out. We value hardworking people who show up, take ownership, and aren’t afraid to get their boots dirty.

If you’re looking for a place where your work makes a real difference and you can be part of a team that gets things done, you’ll fit right in