How to hire a cement finisher helper

How to hire a cement finisher helper, step by step

Here's a step-by-step cement finisher helper hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a cement finisher helper job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new cement finisher helper
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The cement finisher helper hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A cement finisher helper's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, cement finisher helpers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents cement finisher helper salaries for various positions.

   Type of Cement Finisher Helper	Description	Hourly rate
   Cement Finisher Helper	Masonry workers, also known as masons, use bricks, concrete blocks, concrete, and natural and manmade stones to build walls, walkways, fences, and other masonry structures.	$10-26
   Prestressed Concrete Labour	Prestressed concrete labor works at construction sites where they are in charge of handling and processing prestressed concrete materials into structural forms. They typically coordinate with managers and engineers to learn the construction plans and guidelines, design and build structures, prepare materials, and perform corrective measures when necessary... Show more	$12-20
   Helper	Helpers are employed by families or homeowners to provide overall assistance in the house. They are usually assigned to do household chores such as cleaning the house, doing the laundry, cooking meals, and tending the garden... Show more	$11-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Safety Guidelines

   Responsibilities:

   • Assist ICM with project management responsibilities and updating and editing documentation for ISO compliance.
   • Skil at plastering, especially in large business settings with elevate areas.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your cement finisher helper job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A cement finisher helper can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, cement finisher helpers' average salary in texas is 54% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level cement finisher helpers 61% less than senior-level cement finisher helpers.
   • Certifications. A cement finisher helper with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a cement finisher helper's salary.

   Average cement finisher helper salary

   $35,980yearly

   $17.30 hourly rate

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   Entry-level cement finisher helper salary

   $22,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 22, 2026

4. Writing a cement finisher helper job description

   A cement finisher helper job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a cement finisher helper job description:

   Cement finisher helper job description example

   Finishing Helper FULL-TIME
   $20.03/hr, plus $2500 new hire bonus, see details below Duties include manufacturing packaging materials with a high speed web process, hand packing products for shipment, maintaining consistent quality, performing basic assembly and using a standing fork truck to place pallets onto warehouse train for pickup. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company invested in your success. The position will be active in developing a culture of an incident-free workplace, continuous improvement, and results-orientated success. The plant is a 24/7 operation. Successful applicants must be available to work all shifts and overtime. 12 hour shift schedule: Days 6:30 am to 6:30 pm shift pattern of 2-2-3, Nights 6:30 pm to 6:30 am shift pattern of 4-3-3-4 8 hour shift schedule: Days 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, Swing 2:30 pm to 10:30 pm, Nights 10:30 pm to 6:30 am. There is a $0.40/hour shift differential for day shift and $0.90 shift differential for night shift. PDX-03 WS-03
   Schedule
   Shift start: 6:30AM or 2:30PM or 10:30PM
   Shift length: 8 hours
   Rotating between a 12 hour shift schedule and an 8 hour shift schedule. There is a $0.40/hour shift differential for day shift and $0.90/hour shift differential for night shift.
   Benefits
   Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 30 days Paid time off 401(k) plan
   Qualifications
   Must pass drug screen (cannabis excluded) Must pass background check Can lift 50 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old Available to work all shifts, including nights Able to work Saturdays and/ or Sundays Stand for long periods of time Consistently lift heavy weight This is a 100% Tobacco-Free Environment, must be able to go 8+ hours without tobacco
   
   $2500 new hire incentive
   This bonus will be paid out in 6 installments, over 1 year of work. About Graphic Packaging International
   Graphic Packaging International is committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, they are a leading global provider of paper-based packaging solutions for a wide variety of products for food, beverage, foodservice and other consumer products companies. They strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in their industry and in the communities where they operate. Graphic Packaging has approximately 17,000 employees working in more than 60 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim. They are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the best in the industry to reward the talented people who make their company successful.

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5. Post your job

   To find cement finisher helpers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any cement finisher helpers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level cement finisher helpers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   To find cement finisher helper candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as constructionjobs.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit cement finisher helpers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new cement finisher helper

   Once you've found the cement finisher helper candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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