- Set the forms that hold the concrete to the desired pitch and depth, and align them
- Check the forms that hold the concrete to see that they are properly constructed
- Spread, level and smooth concrete using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, hand or power screed and float
- Mold expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers and straightedge
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Load, unload or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations, according to project plan or specifications.
- Signal truck driver to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete and move chute to direct concrete on forms
- Produce rough concrete surface, using broom
- Apply hardening and sealing compounds to cure surface of concrete and waterproof or restore surface
- Operate power vibrator to compact concrete
- Mix cement, sand and water to produce concrete, grout or slurry using hoe, trowel, tamper, scraper or concrete mixing machine
- Chip, scrape and grind high spots, ridges and rough projections to finish concrete, using pneumatic chisels, power grinders or hand tools
- Cut out damaged areas, drill holes for reinforcing rods and position reinforcing rods to repair concrete using power saw and drill
- Clean chipped area using wire brush and feel and observe surface to determine if it is rough or uneven
- Build wooden molds and clamp molds around area to be repaired using hand tools
- Fabricate concrete beams, columns and panels
- Polish surface using polishing or surfacing machine
- Cut metal division strips and press them into terrazzo base so that top edges form desired design or pattern
- Push roller over surface to embed chips in surface
- Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
