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Traveling Concrete Finisher / Laborer

Emery Sapp & Sons
Columbia, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026

We are seeking an experienced Concrete Finisher / Laborer to work on our construction projects. This position is 100% travel and must be willing to go where needed. The successful candidate will be responsible for finishing concrete surfaces using hand and power tools. As a key member of our team, the Concrete Finisher / Laborer will work closely with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that projects are completed to the highest level of quality.

Responsibilities:

  • Finish concrete surfaces using hand and power tools

  • Pour and spread concrete to the required thickness and consistency

  • Smooth and level concrete surfaces using trowels and other tools

  • Set forms, install rebar, mesh, and other reinforcement materials

  • Perform grading, backfilling, and site cleanup

  • Cut control joints and apply curing compounds

  • Create concrete forms and frameworks as needed

  • Follow safety protocols and wear protective gear as required

  • Communicate regularly with other crew members and subcontractors to ensure that work is completed on schedule and within budget

  • Develop and maintain relationships with crew members and subcontractors to ensure that they are aware of project schedules and deadlines

  • Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects

  • Assist with training and supervision of Concrete Finisher III personnel

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in concrete finishing preferred

  • Must be willing to travel out of state

  • We try out best to have you home on the weekends but not guaranteed

  • 1 year of experience in concrete finishing, with experience in a construction setting preferred

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications

  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences

  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement

  • Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus

  • A commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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