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About Us:
Barnhill was founded in 1949 by Robert E. Barnhill, Sr., using surplus army equipment and machinery purchased from the government after WWII. Our company’s success is built on the values of our founder who strongly believed in the power of people. Our roots run deep and his passion for people still drives us today.
Barnhill is a full-service construction company offering services in commercial building, site development, asphalt paving and asphalt manufacturing. Humble, honest and hard-working, our projects are guaranteed to be stamped with the Barnhill Built reputation for quality and commitment.
Job Description:
An experienced concretefinisher or tradesman who works with concreteby placing, finishing, protecting and repairing concreteon construction projects. Responsible for setting the concreteforms, ensuring they have the correct depth and pitch. Pours the concreteeither directly from the concretetruck chute, concretepump, concreteor wheelbarrow. Works to pour the concretein place by using shovels and rakes and at times uses a straightedge back and forth across the top of the forms to “screed,” or level, the freshly placed concrete. After leveling the concrete, they smooth the surface using either a hand trowel, a long handed “bull float” or powered floats. After the concretehas been leveled and floated, concretefinishers press an edger between the forms and the concreteto chamber the edges so that they are less likely to chip. Broom and stamp finishes are a couple of different finished products for outdoor concreteafter the trowel-finish is complete. The broom finish is used to prevent slipping on the concrete, and the stamp finish is used for looks. Must have a knowledge of how to build and finish a head on curb and gutter sections. Will work behind a concretepower curb machine frequently to obtain a finish product to meet NCDOT, Military and private sector specifications. Â
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Performs various unskilled task which are associated with concreteand grading operations. This includes but not limited shoveling concrete, stone or dirt.
Uses various tools such as shovel, rake, bull float, broom, pick, hammer, saw, pneumatic hammer or drill, tamp, concretesaw.
Minimum Qualifications & Training:Â
Experience / 3 years minimum.
Encourage a valid NC Driver License.
Willingness to learn multiple task of the concreteoperation.
Ability to abide by precise instructions.
Ability to abide by strict but necessary safety rules and policies.
Must be a reliable and trustworthy individual that will be a team player.
Maintain a good attendance and safety record.Â
Tasks Essential to Job Functions:Â
This job requires the following motions:  standing, walking, stretching, bending, lifting, pulling, twisting, throwing, reaching and squatting.
Required regular lifting of 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Walking and standing may require a full day of 12 to 15 hours.
Will be exposed to sometimes extreme hot and cold temperatures.
Job required riding to and from work.  If the driving of company vehicle is required, then the guidelines of the company driver qualification standards must be met.Â
What We Offer:
- Health & Wellness – Four Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC medical plans, plus Principal dental and vision coverage. Save $600 yearly with your annual physical.
- PTO/Weather & Night Pay – All full-time employees receive paid holidays and PTO. Field Staff also receive weather and nightshift pay (conditions apply).
- Retirement Savings – Barnhill offers 401(k) with Traditional/Roth options and a Profit-Sharing Plan.
- Employee Programs – We support your life and career through a Financial Wellness Program, Corporate Chaplains, E4E (Employee for Employee) Grants and Volunteer Assistance, Scholarships, Referral Incentives and more.
- Leadership & Development – Barnhill provides career growth through Values-Based Leadership initiatives, Mentorship opportunities, Values in Action Awards, Equipment Training, Emerging Leaders, Leadership Academy, and more.
- Internship Programs – Barnhill also offers summer internships where students can learn and grow with boots-on-the-ground, real experience.
Barnhill Contracting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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