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Concrete Apprentice

Job Posted 10/1/2024
Ho-Chunk, Inc. Construction Group
South Sioux City, NE 68776
United States
Job Description
Summary

Job Title: Concrete Apprentice

Business Title: HCI-Construction

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. Align forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patch voids; and use saws to cut expansion joints.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • May be asked to lead and/or coordinate activities of co-workers while working on smaller projects.
  • Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Verify trueness of structure using plumb bob and level.
  • Understand and follow Blueprints, Drawings, and Specifications.
  • Measure and mark lines on materials using a pencil, marker, chalk or marking gauge.
  • Shape or cut materials to specific measurement using hand tools, machines and/or power saw.
  • Erects, moves and perform duties from scaffolding, ladders, and lifts.
  • Keep and maintain reliable transportation to and from changing job site locations.
  • Ability to take direction and carry out job duties as needed.
  • Spread, level, and smooth concrete, using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, hand or power screed, and float.
  • Monitor how the wind, heat, or cold affect the curing of the concrete throughout the entire process.
  • Check the forms that hold the concrete to see that they are properly constructed
  • Align, straighten, plumb and square forms to the correct pitch and depth.
  • Cut concrete using a motorized concrete saw.
  • Understand and follow company chain of command and reporting methods.
  • Retain and apply what is learned as it applies to the next skill level.
  • Regularly attend company safety training sessions.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Critical Thinking.
  2. Complex Problem Solving.
  3. Judgement and Decision Making.
  4. Seeing Potential Problems
  5. Respect for Property
  6. Positive Attitude toward Others

Experience
  • Three years or more experience in a related area preferred.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time, and regularly lift 50 pounds or more.
  • Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair. houses, buildings, or other structures.
  • Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
  • Capable of determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  • Able to perform job duties with little to no supervision.
  • Able to layout, form, pour and finish concrete flatwork.
  • Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
  • General understanding of construction practices
  • Willingness to put forth extra effort.
  • Communication skills both verbal and written.
Education

High school diploma or Equivalent.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

High school diploma or Equivalent.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job performs physically demanding work. May work at great heights or outdoors in all weather conditions. The use Personal Protection Equipment is required.

Our Values:

Native American Owned & Proud | Accountable | Team Focused | Innovative | Visionary | Excellence

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Able to work 40+ hours per week
  • The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
  • The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively jumps, sprints or throws objects.
  • The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
  • The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina.
Tool Requirements
  • Work Gloves
  • Leather Steel Toe Boots
  • Weather Appropriate Clothing
  • Tool Pouch
  • 25' Tape Measure
  • Metal Speed Square
  • Utility Knife
  • Framing Hammer
  • Lineman's Pliers
  • ½" Cordless Drill or Impact (18 Volt or greater)
  • Chalk Box
  • 4' Level
  • Steel Claw Bar
  • Wire Wheel
  • Wood Float
  • Mag Float
  • ½" Edger
  • Steel Trowel


AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.

This is a full-time position.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position (40 hrs./week). Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 7:00a.m. to 3:30p.m. with overtime as needed before/after shifts and on Saturdays. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Regular commute to primary work location is not considered travel.

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

CLEARANCE/LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.