What Skills Does a Concrete Finisher Need?

Concrete finishers build foundations, floors, walls, roads and other structures that are made using concrete. 

While they still use a variety of classic tools to shape surfaces of poured concrete, they also employ modern machines like riders and laser screeds. 

What are some of the skills and interests a concrete finisher should have to set them up for success? 

• Being Active: Concrete finishing involves some physical activity and the use of tools like grinders and polishers. 

• Being Outside: Concrete finishers primarily work outside or in outdoor conditions. 

• Detail-Oriented: Precision is important in concrete finishing.  

• Teamwork: Concrete finishers often work and collaborate with others on a team. 

To learn more about careers as a concrete finisher, check out our concrete finisher career page.