Career overview

Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers

O*NET-SOC 47-2051.00

Median pay / yr$54,660

OutlookBelow Average

Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. Align forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patch voids; and use saws to cut expansion joints.

What it takes

The skills, knowledge, and credentials employers look for in Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers.

Skills employers look for

MonitoringMonitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
CoordinationAdjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Quality Control AnalysisConducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
SpeakingTalking to others to convey information effectively.
Time ManagementManaging one's own time and the time of others.

Knowledge areas

English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Building and ConstructionKnowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
MathematicsKnowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Public Safety and SecurityKnowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.