ONET Occupations » 47-2051.00

Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers

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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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.35)
  2. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.16)
  3. Operate, drive - Things (3.84)
  4. Shape, model, sculpt - Things (3.76)
  5. Set up, assemble - Things (3.76)
  6. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (3.76)
  7. Repair - Things (3.76)
  8. Construct - Things (3.76)
  9. Manipulate - Things (3.75)
  10. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (3.75)
  11. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.71)
  12. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.71)
  13. Follow through, get things done - People (3.68)
  14. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (3.67)
  15. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.62)
  16. Imagine - Data (3.52)
  17. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.52)
  18. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.51)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. There are currently no ONET skills.
  1. Arm-Hand Steadiness (3.75)
  2. Manual Dexterity (3.75)
  3. Trunk Strength (3.62)
  4. Near Vision (3.62)
  5. Multilimb Coordination (3.50)
  1. Dependability (4.44)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.35)
  3. Leadership (4.16)
  4. Cooperation (4.15)
  5. Self Control (4.08)
  6. Integrity (4.03)
  7. Achievement/Effort (3.91)
  8. Initiative (3.90)
  9. Stress Tolerance (3.79)
  10. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.79)
  11. Concern for Others (3.71)
  12. Persistence (3.68)
  13. Independence (3.52)
  14. Social Orientation (3.50)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.32)
  2. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.07)
  3. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (3.84)
  4. Performing General Physical Activities (3.76)
  5. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.72)
  6. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.70)
  7. Controlling Machines and Processes (3.67)
  8. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.66)
  9. Getting Information (3.59)
  10. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.56)
  11. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.54)
  12. Thinking Creatively (3.52)
  13. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.51)
  1. Repair Or Replace Damaged Bricks, Tile, Or Related Masonry (3.76)
  2. Build Or Repair Masonry Structures, Including Kilns Or Furnaces (3.76)
  3. Prepare Site Or Surfaces For Concrete Or Masonry Work (3.76)
  4. Apply Cleaning Solvents (3.76)
  5. Apply Adhesives, Caulking, Sealants, Or Coatings (3.76)
  6. Cut Or Shape Stone, Tile, Brick, Or Related Material (3.76)
  7. Mix Mortar, Grout, Slurry, Concrete, Or Related Masonry Material (3.76)
  8. Climb Ladders, Scaffolding, Or Utility Or Telephone Poles (3.76)
  9. Build Or Repair Structures In Construction, Repair, Or Manufacturing Setting (3.76)
  10. Erect Scaffold (3.76)
  11. Apply Plaster, Stucco Or Related Material (3.76)
  12. Install Prefabricated Building Components (3.76)
  13. Move Or Fit Heavy Objects (3.76)
  14. Understand Construction Specifications (3.70)
  15. Operate Power Construction Equipment (3.67)
  16. Use Surfacing Machine To Polish Terrazzo Or Concrete (3.67)
  17. Operate Jackhammer (3.67)
  18. Use Hand Or Power Tools (3.67)
  19. Use Measuring Devices In Construction Or Extraction Work (3.67)
  20. Read Blueprints (3.59)
  21. Read Tape Measure (3.59)
  22. Read Technical Drawings (3.59)
  23. Use Basic Carpentry Techniques (3.56)
  24. Use Concrete Fabrication Techniques (3.56)
  25. Signal Directions Or Warnings To Coworkers (3.54)
  26. Create Decorative Textures In Finish Coat (3.52)
  27. Adhere To Safety Procedures (3.51)
  28. Perform Safety Inspections In Construction Or Resource Extraction Setting (3.51)