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At Capitol Cement, your daily tasks usually include preparing cement mixes according to specifications, operating and maintaining mixing equipment, pouring and finishing concrete, and performing quality checks to ensure consistency and durability. You'll also work closely with other crew members and supervisors to meet project timelines and follow safety protocols. The work is often physically demanding and takes place outdoors or in construction environments, requiring attention to safety and reliability. Teamwork is key, as many projects involve close coordination with other trades and professionals on site. Being proactive and thorough with your duties will help build a strong reputation and open up opportunities for advancement within the company.

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To thrive at Capitol Cement, you need a solid background in construction materials, concrete mixing and pouring techniques, and basic equipment operation, often gained through experience or vocational training. Familiarity with tools such as power mixers, trowels, and safety gear is typically required, and certifications like OSHA safety training are highly valued. Attention to detail, teamwork, and good communication are important soft skills for ensuring accuracy and collaborating effectively on job sites. These competencies help ensure safe, high-quality cement work and efficient project completion in the construction industry.

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A Capitol Cement job typically refers to a position in the cement production or construction industry, particularly involving the manufacturing, transportation, or application of cement materials. Roles can vary from machine operators and laborers to engineers and quality control specialists. Employees may work in cement plants, on construction sites, or in distribution. Responsibilities often include mixing, pouring, and ensuring quality standards for cement-related projects.

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Capitol Cement - Working Concrete Foreman / Finisher

Capitol Cement Company Inc

Chicago, IL • On-site

$51.40 - $55.10/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Working Concrete Foreman / Finisher – Lead High-Impact Infrastructure Projects Across Chicago

Job Overview:

  • Company: Capitol Cement Company, Inc.

  • Salary/Pay Rate: $51.40 to $55.10 per hour.

  • Location: Chicago, IL.

  • Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

The Opportunity: Capitol Cement Company is seeking an experienced Working Concrete Foreman / Finisher to lead concrete crews on public works and infrastructure projects in the Chicago area. This role is responsible for coordinating daily field operations, reading plans, setting line and grade, managing crew productivity, and helping ensure quality concrete installation from layout through finishing.

The ideal candidate has strong field leadership experience in concrete construction and can work effectively in a fast-paced outdoor environment. This is a hands-on foreman role for someone who understands public works concrete, can lead by example, and can keep crews organized, productive, and working safely.

Union / Employment Note:

Current membership in Cement Masons Local 502 or Laborers Local 76 is preferred, but not required to apply. Qualified candidates must be willing and able to join the appropriate union upon hire, if needed.

How You Will Make an Impact:

  • Lead daily field operations for concrete crews on public works and infrastructure projects

  • Read and interpret construction drawings, engineering plans, and layout requirements

  • Set line, grade, and elevations for curbs, sidewalks, walls, and related concrete work

  • Coordinate labor, equipment, and materials to keep work moving efficiently

  • Supervise concrete delivery, placement, and finishing to meet quality standards

  • Monitor crew performance, productivity, and jobsite organization throughout the day

  • Communicate with project stakeholders, including supervisors, inspectors, and engineers, as needed

  • Maintain safe work practices and ensure crews follow project and company standards

  • Identify field issues early and help resolve layout, elevation, or production challenges

  • Work with tools when needed and lead by example in the field

Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • 10+ years of experience in concrete construction, including field leadership experience

  • Strong ability to read blueprints and interpret construction drawings

  • Experience setting line, grade, and elevations for concrete work

  • Proven ability to lead crews and manage daily field production

  • Reliable attendance, punctuality, and strong jobsite follow-through

  • Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions

  • Ability to communicate clearly in English

  • Willingness to join the appropriate union upon hire, if needed

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

  • Current membership in Cement Masons Local 502 or Laborers Local 76

  • Experience on City of Chicago, State of Illinois, or other public works projects

  • Experience with curb, gutter, sidewalk, wall, and roadway concrete work

  • Familiarity with transit levels, layout tools, and elevation control

  • Spanish-speaking ability is a plus

  • Trade school, union training, or related technical training is a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

  • $51.40 to $55.10 per hour

  • Union pension

  • Union medical benefits

  • Weekly pay

  • Ongoing safety and technical training

About Us: Capitol Cement Company, Inc. has over 112 years of experience serving the Chicago area construction market. The company specializes in concrete and public works projects and is committed to delivering quality work safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Learn more at: www.capitolcementco.com

Capitol Cement Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

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