Cement Finisher

Position Description

Join us in shaping Seattle’s streets!

At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we don’t just move people, we connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city.

With a bold vision for the future, we’re tackling big challenges: making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable, affordable transportation for everyone—no matter who they are or where they live.

Seattle is growing fast, and we’re growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024, we’re building sidewalks, fixing bridges, and improving transit connections to keep our city moving.
We’re a team of problem solvers, planners, engineers, communicators, and field crews bringing purpose-driven work to life. Now, we need passionate, innovative talent like you. Let’s build a Seattle that works for everyone together!

Position Overview:
SDOT has an exciting opportunity for a Cement Finisher on our Maintenance team within the MOD Division. These experienced professionals will perform structural concrete repair work such as breaking out, removing, and replacing concrete on roadways, ADA ramps, sidewalks, and curbs. You will also be part of a skilled snow and ice team helping keep the city of Seattle mobile. Come help keep Seattle moving!

Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday form 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Job Responsibilities

• Interpret and work from blueprints, plans, and technical specifications.
• Demolish and remove existing concrete structures as required.
• Remove lagging and shoring systems in sewer tunnels and other excavation areas.
• Backfill utility cuts in streets and sidewalks; prepare subgrade surfaces for concrete placement.
• Establish line and grade for projects; perform rough and final grading.
• Construct and install forms; place reinforcing steel and concrete for foundations, retaining walls, stairs, sidewalks, driveways, and curbs. Tasks include measuring, layout, cutting, joining, and assembling wooden forms.
• Calculate and procure necessary materials and supplies for assigned tasks.
• Perform other related duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
• Support departmental goals in advancing diversity, equity, and social justice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural workplace with a diverse customer base.
• Ability to obtain a flagger card within 6 months
• Knowledge of the five major components of concrete
• Knowledge of the Right of Way Restoration Rules (ROWRR)
• Knowledge of the in-street manual
• Knowledge of cross slopes for sidewalks and ADA Ramps
• Understanding of SDOT Safety Policy.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• Frequently required to lift objects in excess of 50 pounds.
• Occasionally requires handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances.
• Required to work outdoors in all types of weather around moving traffic.

License:

• Current Washington State driver's license.

Additional Information

Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.

Hiring Process

Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:

1.Completed NEOGOV online application.
2.Supplemental questionnaire responses.

Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The full salary range for this position is $39.87 - $41.46 per hour.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences.

Accommodations for people with disabilities is provided on request.

The City is a Drug Free Workplace.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.