Cement Mason - R2720

CEMENT MASON

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fort Myer Construction Corporation is a leading, award-winning contractor in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. For over 50 years, we have proudly served the infrastructure needs of DC, Maryland, and Virginia through specialized services including street and highway construction, bridge and structure work, utilities, electrical services, design-build projects, asphalt supply and paving, and emergency response operations. With a workforce of over 600 skilled craftspeople and state-of-the-art equipment, Fort Myer is an ENR-ranked Top 400 Contractor committed to excellence and innovation in the construction industry.

Summary:

The Skilled Laborer - Cement Mason is responsible for preparing, placing, finishing, and repairing concrete surfaces on construction projects. This position requires experience in forming, pouring, leveling, according to project specifications and safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and set forms for sidewalks, curbs, slabs, foundations, and other concrete structures,
• Mix, pour, and spread concrete using hand and power tools,
• Level and smooth concrete using screeds, floats, and trowels,
• Apply finishing techniques such as edging, jointing, and texturing,
• Monitor curing process to ensure proper hardening,
• Repair and patch damaged concrete surfaces,
• Install rebar, wire mesh, or other reinforcement materials,
• Operate tools and equipment safely (power trowels, saws, vibrators, etc.),
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and site plans,
• Follow supervisor instructions and job site safety requirements,
• Maintain tools and keep job site clean and organized,
• Must wear proper attire at all times including PPE,
• May be required to work extended hours including evenings, nights, and weekends,
• Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction as a concrete finisher or cement masonry,
• Valid driver's license preferred,
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of concrete mixing, placement, and finishing techniques,
• Bilingual(English/Spanish) a plus but not required,
• Experience with commercial and/or residential concrete work,
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
• High School Diploma or GED required,
• Must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds continuously throughout the workday,
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat, and twist, throughout the workday,
• This includes frequently walking on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces,
• This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time and the constant use of hands and arms,
• This job requires the ability to see, whether naturally or with vision correction tools (e.g., glasses, contact lenses),
• Performing strenuous work for extended periods in varying temperatures, humidity, wind, and other inclement weather conditions,
• Work may be performed in environments with exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel, fumes, vapors, dust, grease and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and moving equipment.
• Note: This position is considered Safety-Sensitive, and therefore subject to various schedule and unscheduled screenings for controlled substances.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion, training opportunities, and work assignments, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or sexual orientation) marital status, national origin, age (40 or older) veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other basis protected by federal or local laws.

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has discretion to add or modify job duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.

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