Marg Career Library - Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers

Overview:

Using a variety of hand and power equipment, smooth and finish poured concrete surfaces such as floors, pathways, sidewalks, highways, and curbs. Align forms for sidewalks, curbs, and gutters; fill voids; and cut expansion joints using saws.

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Stream of Study in 12th Grade/School:	Science Arts Commerce Diploma
Degree/Graduation Courses:	NA
Higher education/Post Graduation Courses:	NA

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Job Opportunities:

Cement patchers
Concrete floor installers
Concrete masons
Concrete pavement installers
Concrete smoothers

Job Responsibilities:

Clean the chipped area with a wire brush, then feel and look at the surface to see if it's rough or uneven.
Using hand tools, construct wooden moulds and clamp them around the region to be fixed.
Using a power saw and drill, cut off damaged sections, drill holes for reinforcing rods, and position reinforcing rods to restore concrete.
In freshly poured concrete, install anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills, and other fittings, or pattern or stamp the surface for a decorative finish.
Align the forms that hold the concrete to the desired pitch and depth.
To compact concrete, use a power vibrator.

Work Life:

Invest 40 hours per week
The work is seasonal and on-demand
It is mostly a field job
Job is physically demanding

Key Skills:

Coordination
Monitoring
Critical thinking
Active listening
Judgement and Decision-Making

Designation:

Entry-level

Apprenticeship

Mid-level

Manager

High-level

Contractor

Merits & Demerits:

Merits

1. No formal education requirements.
2. Finding a job is easy
3. Exposure to new environments

Demerits

1. Long work hours
2. Below average salary
3. Involves contact with dirt

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Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers

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