Entry Level Finisher Jobs
New grad finisher jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or hands-on internship work can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Technology & Software, and Chemicals & Materials, with employers like Granite Construction, Primoris Services Corporation, and Brightview hiring at this level now.
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Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.
General Summary
specified quality and textures with the use of hand and/or power tools.
Essential Job Accountabilities
- Pour, spread, tamp, level shape, smooth and finish concrete to meet horizontal tolerances and finish specs from hard trowel to heavy broom.
- Operate various machinery and equipment including but not limited to cement edging, troweling, and finishing equipment, bull float, broom, and trowel machines.
- Mold expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
- Patch horizontal and vertical concrete. Construct and assemble concrete forms and wooden frame structures for various concrete formations.
- May assist subgrade work, mixing of concrete or other aggregate mixtures.
- May break up and repair old concrete surfaces.
- Other duties as required.
- Ability to wear a full body harness and work at heights while tied off.
- Ability to work, day, swing, and night shifts (occasionally extended hours).
- Ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions. Ability to work in safety sensitive construction setting, including exposure to moving machinery and heavy equipment.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment.
- Ability to squat, crawl, and work in awkward positions/confined spaces.
- Previous related experience in construction industry, preferred.
- 1-2 years of concrete finishing experience, preferred.
- Experience working with concrete curb machine, preferred.
Education
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Work Experience
Appropriate training and experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Workers should be able to:
Work rapidly and accurately with hands
Follow set procedures and standards
Compare and see differences in size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects
Picture objects from drawings or diagrams
Rate information using standards that can be measured or checked
Calculate amounts of concrete required for each job
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Physically, workers must be able to:
Climb and maintain body balance
Use hands and arms fully
Stand, kneel, bend, crawl, or crouch for long periods
See well (either naturally or with correction)
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...
Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.
General Summary
specified quality and textures with the use of hand and/or power tools.
Essential Job Accountabilities
- Pour, spread, tamp, level shape, smooth and finish concrete to meet horizontal tolerances and finish specs from hard trowel to heavy broom.
- Operate various machinery and equipment including but not limited to cement edging, troweling, and finishing equipment, bull float, broom, and trowel machines.
- Mold expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
- Patch horizontal and vertical concrete. Construct and assemble concrete forms and wooden frame structures for various concrete formations.
- May assist subgrade work, mixing of concrete or other aggregate mixtures.
- May break up and repair old concrete surfaces.
- Other duties as required.
- Ability to wear a full body harness and work at heights while tied off.
- Ability to work, day, swing, and night shifts (occasionally extended hours).
- Ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions. Ability to work in safety sensitive construction setting, including exposure to moving machinery and heavy equipment.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment.
- Ability to squat, crawl, and work in awkward positions/confined spaces.
- Previous related experience in construction industry, preferred.
- 1-2 years of concrete finishing experience, preferred.
- Experience working with concrete curb machine, preferred.
Education
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Work Experience
Appropriate training and experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Workers should be able to:
Work rapidly and accurately with hands
Follow set procedures and standards
Compare and see differences in size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects
Picture objects from drawings or diagrams
Rate information using standards that can be measured or checked
Calculate amounts of concrete required for each job
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Physically, workers must be able to:
Climb and maintain body balance
Use hands and arms fully
Stand, kneel, bend, crawl, or crouch for long periods
See well (either naturally or with correction)
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
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Entry Level Finisher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level finisher job?
Focus on demonstrating hands-on skill, even from shop class, vocational training, or a short internship. Employers hiring at this level look for attention to detail, comfort with finishing tools and materials, and a willingness to learn quality standards on the job. A portfolio of finished work samples or a reference from a trade instructor can give you a real edge over candidates with only a resume.
Which companies hire entry level finishers?
Companies hiring entry level finishers right now include Granite Construction, Primoris Services Corporation, and Brightview, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, you'll find openings across both small specialty shops and larger manufacturers who prefer training new talent to their own quality standards.
Are there remote entry level finisher jobs?
Yes, though finishing work is largely hands-on and most openings are on-site. About 0% of entry level finisher openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to be in coordination, inspection, or quality review functions rather than production floor finishing work.
Are these new grad finisher jobs?
Yes. Many of the openings listed here are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience, recent graduates from trade or vocational programs, or applicants who can show internship or apprenticeship work. A new-grad-friendly posting typically omits strict experience minimums and lists on-the-job training as part of the role.
Which industries hire the most entry level finishers?
Entry Level finisher roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Technology & Software, and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because finishing is a core production step, and employers in high-output environments regularly bring on junior talent to meet volume and quality demands.