PMI Paving | Portland, Oregon
PMI Paving is looking for a skilled Concrete Finisher to join our team in Portland. This is hands-on work that directly impacts the quality of the infrastructure we build. You'll work on high-visibility projects throughout the metro area, finishing concrete surfaces to precise specifications, setting forms, operating equipment, and installing fixtures that last. If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a team that values craftsmanship, this is the job for you.
Experience is a plus, but we offer excellent on-the-job training and will teach you everything you need to know to succeed in this trade.
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Finish and smooth concrete surfaces to specification using trowels, floats, and hand tools
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Set and maintain forms for concrete pours
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Operate power tools and specialized equipment safely and effectively
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Install curbs using extruding machines
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Grind concrete surfaces to remove hazards and meet quality standards
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Install signs, bollards, posts, and related fixtures
We're a well-established, growing business in Portland. We invest in our people, offer competitive pay, and provide a clear path to develop your skills. Work on projects that matter, be part of a team that values hard work, and build a career in a skilled trade. We're based in NE Portland with easy access to public transportation, and we prioritize safety and professional development.
NE Portland, near public transportation
Portland, OR 97220
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$27-$35 per hour based on experience
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Performance bonuses
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Flexible scheduling
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Health insurance
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Dental, vision, and prescription coverage
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Life insurance and short-term disability
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401(k) profit-sharing plan
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On-the-job training and skill development
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Valid driver's license and ability to meet company insurance requirements
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No more than 2 citations in the last 3 years
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Able to lift 50+ pounds regularly
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Comfortable with physical, outdoor work in varying weather
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Will pass pre-employment drug test and background check
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Proficiency with hand finishing tools (trowels, floats, brooms, edgers, squeegees)
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Experience with power trowels and mechanical finishing equipment
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Concrete grinding using handheld and walk-behind grinders for surface preparation and hazard removal
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Form setting, leveling, and alignment to precise specifications
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Understanding of concrete properties, slump, curing time, and weather effects on finishing
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Ability to read blueprints and understand grade, slope, and elevation requirements
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Operation of concrete extruding machines for curb installation
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Precision finishing to meet smoothness, flatness, and safety standards
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Safe equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
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Installation of bollards, posts, signage, and protective devices
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Highly reliable - we depend on you to show up and do the work
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Strong work ethic and pride in your work
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Willing to learn and develop as a tradesperson
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Attention to detail and commitment to quality
We work with people who show up on time, do the job right, and take pride in what they build. Experience in concrete finishing is a bonus, but attitude and reliability matter more. If you want to learn a valuable trade, work alongside skilled people, and build something that lasts, we want to talk to you.
