§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

concrete finisher

Concrete finishers work with binding agents like cement and concrete.

Description

Concrete finishers work with binding agents like cement and concrete. They put up any removable forms and pour concrete into the forms. They then execute one or several actions to finish the concrete: cutting, screeding or levelling, compacting, smoothing, and chamfering to prevent chipping.

Theoretical Knowledge

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

types of concrete pumps types of concrete forms

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

recognise signs of corrosion use measurement instruments place concrete forms use safety equipment in construction mix concrete pour concrete transport construction supplies monitor concrete curing process inspect supplied concrete work in a construction team work ergonomically react to events in time-critical environments prevent damage to utility infrastructure follow health and safety procedures in construction screed concrete inspect concrete structures remove concrete forms clean wood surface

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)