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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. |
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Information retrieval or search software |
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Check the forms that hold the concrete to see that they are properly constructed. |
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Set the forms that hold concrete to the desired pitch and depth, and align them. |
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Spread, level, and smooth concrete, using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, hand or power screed, and float. |
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Mold expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge. |
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Monitor how the wind, heat, or cold affect the curing of the concrete throughout the entire process. |
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Signal truck driver to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete, and move chute to direct concrete on forms. |
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Produce rough concrete surface, using broom. |
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Operate power vibrator to compact concrete. |
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Direct the casting of the concrete and supervise laborers who use shovels or special tools to spread it. |
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Mix cement, sand, and water to produce concrete, grout, or slurry, using hoe, trowel, tamper, scraper, or concrete-mixing machine. |
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Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. |
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Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. |
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Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
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Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
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Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. |
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Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. |
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Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others. |
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Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively. |
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Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. |
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Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems. |
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Building and Construction - Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads. |
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Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. |
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Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. |
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Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. |
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Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. |
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Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. |
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English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
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Public Safety and Security - Knowledge 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. |
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Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. |
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Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. |
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(Please note that some searches may not produce any results.) |
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These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
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Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
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Statewide |
$59,684.00 |
$28.70 |
$19.97 |
$24.02 - $33.83 |
Bridgeport/Stamford |
$60,792.00 |
$29.23 |
$19.40 |
$20.94 - $35.57 |
Danbury |
$60,444.00 |
$29.06 |
$20.45 |
$24.36 - $32.02 |
Hartford |
$59,623.00 |
$28.67 |
$21.00 |
$24.65 - $31.00 |
New Haven |
$59,653.00 |
$28.68 |
$20.09 |
$23.90 - $32.53 |
New London/Norwich |
$56,483.00 |
$27.16 |
$17.77 |
$20.11 - $30.07 |
Waterbury |
$53,456.00 |
$25.70 |
$17.68 |
$20.07 - $29.79 |
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Employment in this occupation is expected to grow more slowly than average, and the number of annual openings will offer limited job opportunities. |
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