Job Description

1381 Hwy 17 North Fort Meade Florida 33841

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Business Title:

Concrete Finisher 1

Location: 

Fort Meade

A Brief Summary of This Position

This position is an individual contributor entry Finisher role that is responsible for preparing finished products to customer specification for storage and shipment. Perform a variety of tasks including placing, finishing, protecting, and repairing concrete. The incumbent will primarily be a subject matter expert in minor cosmetics repairs.

Essential Functions

• MINOR COSMETIC REPAIRS: Subject matter expert in minor cosmetic repairs and preparation of the pole oer customer specification to include, but not limited to the following: butt plate removal; tip plate removal; chuck maintenance; identification stickers; install hardware/pole caps; put caps on inserts; knock out pipes; pack end of poles with cement; housekeeping; lay out; locating the holes; drilling the holes; filling in extra holes; install the correct ladder clips and bolts into the climbing inserts located in the finished concrete pole; install the right vent caps while ensuring that the caps are help in place firmly with approved bonding agent; install the ground clips and bolts into the climbing inserts located in the finished concrete pole; rock the seams of the concrete pole to remove any sharp edges for safety and aesthetic reason; demonstrates the ability to remove pipe inserts from concrete pole safely and ergonomically while ensure pipes inserts are returned to prod shop; ergonomically shovel concrete in to the bottom of all southern company poles per the engineered drawing; and install plastic red caps per customer specification. 
• Patch, repair, and clean the finished product.
• Operate rigging accordingly with the company’s policies.
• Set up and attach loads to rigging, hoists, and pulling gear to provide support or prepare, for moving, using hand and power tools.
• Able to operate industrial mobile equipment and dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
• Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials such as concrete utility poles and heavy equipment.
• Direct employees engaged in hoisting and moving loads, to ensure the safety of workers and materials.
• Report noticed defects and faults to management.
• Conduct strenuous and physically demanding tasks for long hours and in extreme environmental conditions.
• Gather, inspect, repair, and replace reusable materials and components for production rotation.
• Compliance with the general OHS and fire safety instructions and workplace instructions.
• Demonstrates good safety practices; performs monthly safety audits.
• Clean general work areas and ensure equipment, tools, and materials are properly stored.
• Other duties assigned by the management staff.

Other Important Details about the Role:

• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a professional manner
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to work overtime as needed

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• High School Diploma or GED is highly desirable but not required
• Able to operate handheld electrical tools
• One year of general labor experience preferably in a manufacturing environment or willing to learn
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a professional manner
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to work overtime as needed
• The ability to work in extreme temperatures with exposure to chemicals and irritating particulates
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• More than one year of general labor experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in working with concrete or in a similar manufacturing environment

SKILL

Educational Background

Must have basic mathematical skills to be able to work with decimals and fractions; tape measurement skills, and the ability to measure using metric and standard systems. The ability to read, write, and follow non-complex instructions (Reading floor prints and blueprints).

Job Training Skill Development

In addition to the above, the incumbent should have a basic understanding to make the most necessary decisions within three months and have total comprehension of the job within one year. 

Decision Making

The incumbent must be able to voice concerns and provide feedback on all production, quality, and safety issues regarding the scope of this position. 

EFFORT

Physical Effort

Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable. Able to balance; bend/stoop; climb stairs; crawl; crouch; climb ladders; kneel; push/pull; reach above shoulder; repetitive motion; squat, and feel. Complete repetitive movements. Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable. Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds. Requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/air conditions, and around dust. Exposure to hazards in the work environment such as chemicals, oil, power industrial vehicles

PHYSICAL DEMANDS SUMMARY

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

N

R

O

F

C

N

R

O

F

C

Lift/Carry:

Body Mechanics

10 Lbs. Or less

X

Bend

X

11 - 20 Lbs.

X

Squat / Kneel

X

21 - 50 Lbs.

X

Twist/Turn

X

51 - 100 Lbs.

X

Climb

X

100 + Lbs.

X

Crawl

X

Reach Above Shoulder

X

Push/Pull

Reach Outward

X

12 Lbs. Or less

X

Hand/Finger Manipulation

X

13 - 25 Lbs.

X

Stand

X

26 - 40 Lbs.

X

Walk

X

41 - 100 Lbs.

X

Sit

X

Computer Ergonomics

Drive

Keyboard

X

Automatic

X

Standard

X

LEGEND                   N=Never      R=Rarely 1-4%      O=Occasional 5-33%      F=Frequent 34-66%          C=Constant 67-100%

Mental and Visual Effort

Continuous mental and/or visual attention for sustained period where the workflow is repetitive and the operator requires constant alertness. Concentrated and exacting mental and visual attention involving planning and the setting up of complex work.

JOB CONDITIONS

Working Conditions

Requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat and cold, wet and humid, and dry air conditions and around dust.

Hazards

Personal protective equipment is required to be worn at all times in the performance of this position as indicated by Valmont corporate and local policy. All employees must exercise reasonable reasonable care and observe safety regulations.

LINE OF PROMOTION

Concrete Finisher 1 is the first of two tiers in a progressive line of Concrete Finisher positions. Employees can move upward in progression from Concrete Finisher  1 to Concrete Finisher 2.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.