High School Diploma or GED;

Complete an apprenticeship or on-the-job training

Usually work a regular 40-hour week.

Schedules may vary depending on the availability of work and the weather.

CONCRETE FINISHERS will:

Use a variety of hand tools

Spend a lot of time kneeling and crouching

CONCRETE FINISHERS frequently:

Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

Stand for long periods of time.

It is important that CONCRETE FINISHERS be able to:

Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.

Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects.

Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.