Job Title: Concrete Finisher – Hardscape Lead
Job Description
The Concrete Finisher – Hardscape Lead oversees a small crew of concrete finishers and labourers on new construction sites, working closely with the carpentry team to deliver high-quality hardscape projects. This role combines hands-on concrete finishing with leadership responsibilities, including running pours, directing team members, and ensuring work meets safety and quality standards. The position focuses on building planter walls, slabs, flat work, stairs, and driveways using a variety of finishing techniques.
Responsibilities
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Oversee and lead a small team of concrete finishers and labourers on new construction sites.
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Plan, run, and manage concrete pours, including directing crew members and coordinating tasks.
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Build and install forms for planter walls, slabs, stairs, and other hardscape elements.
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Perform all aspects of concrete work, including pouring, vibrating, finishing, patching, and saw cutting.
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Complete a range of finishes such as wet finishing, dry finishing, broom finishing, smooth finishing, and exposed aggregate.
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Work alongside the carpentry team to coordinate formwork and other structural requirements.
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Travel to various project sites as required and perform labour duties when needed.
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Use and maintain personal hand tools, including tool belt, tape measure, square, chalk line, and hammer.
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Apply and follow safety procedures on site, including completing and adhering to Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs).
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Lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs as part of daily duties.
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Support general hardscape and construction tasks in parks, new construction projects, and commercial building maintenance.
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Collaborate effectively with crew members and other trades to ensure projects are completed on time and to specification.
Essential Skills-
At least 2 years of experience performing wet concrete finishing.
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Proven experience building forms for planter walls, slabs, and stairs.
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Hands-on experience with a range of concrete finishing techniques, including wet, dry, broom, smooth, and exposed aggregate finishes.
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Experience overseeing and directing a crew of 4 or more people on site.
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Strong understanding of construction site safety practices and experience working with FLHAs.
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Ability and willingness to perform labour-intensive tasks as needed.
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Capability to lift up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly.
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Ability to travel to multiple job sites as required.
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Proficiency in hardscaping, concrete finishing, and basic construction and carpentry tasks.
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Ownership and competent use of personal hand tools, including tool belt, tape measure, square, chalk line, and hammer.
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Access to a car for travel to and from job sites.
Additional Skills & Qualifications-
Experience in general hardscaping and formwork on new construction and commercial maintenance projects.
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Familiarity with working alongside carpentry teams on structural and architectural concrete elements.
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Fall protection training or certification (Fall Pro) is an asset.
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Ability to communicate in Spanish is an asset.
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Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills.
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Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic in outdoor and site-based environments.
Why Work Here?
You will join a team that invests in its people through extended benefits, RRSP matching, and ongoing training. The organization supports your professional growth by funding relevant courses and providing annual team training opportunities. You can enjoy a positive and social culture with events such as Christmas parties and summer gatherings, and you may have opportunities to travel for work on select projects. This environment values teamwork, development, and long-term career progression.
Work Environment
Work takes place on various sites in New Westminster, Surrey, Vancouver, and Maple Ridge, primarily in parks, new construction projects, and commercial building maintenance settings. You will work closely with other concrete finishers, labourers, and carpentry teams in a collaborative, site-based environment. Standard hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime depending on project needs. The role is physically demanding and outdoors, requiring regular lifting, use of hand tools, and exposure to typical construction site conditions and equipment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Vancouver, BC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $72800.00/yr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,BC.
Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.
La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
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Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
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Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
