Alberto Delacruz
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Professional in concrete construction, bringing thorough knowledge of finishing techniques and tools. Strong focus on achieving high-quality results and maintaining safety standards on every project. Valued team player who adapts to changing job requirements and consistently delivers reliable outcomes. Skilled in surface preparation, form setting, and concrete placement, with keen eye for detail and workmanship.
Results-driven concrete finisher with extensive experience in project execution, team training, and workflow optimization. Known for exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills, contributing to seamless project completion and client satisfaction across diverse concrete applications.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Finisher
Montano Concrete
Pueblo, CO
05.2025 - 06.2026
- Applied finishing techniques to ensure smooth, level concrete surfaces.
- Operated trowels and floats for precise surface finishing and texture application.
- Monitored curing processes to enhance durability of concrete structures.
- Prepared and mixed concrete according to specifications for various projects.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during concrete installation tasks.
- Assisted in training new team members on tools and best practices for finishing work.
- Conducted quality checks on finished surfaces to uphold project standards and specifications.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds to move job materials.
Concrete Finisher
Standard Concrete
Pueblo, CO
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and best practices for concrete finishing tasks.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
- Set concrete forms, ensuring alignments and depths for optimal structural integrity.
- Ensured uniformity and quality of surface finish by selecting appropriate tools and methods for each project.
- Assisted in estimating, measuring, and marking out work areas before concrete pours, facilitating accurate project planning.
- Customized textures and finishes to meet client specifications, contributing to high customer satisfaction.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Applied finishing techniques to ensure smooth, level concrete surfaces.
- Operated trowels and floats for precise surface finishing and texture application.
- Monitored curing processes to enhance durability of concrete structures.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Applied contraction, construction, or isolation joints in appropriate areas and situations.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Ensured compliance with building codes and regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry standards.
- Maintained safe work environments, adhering strictly to safety protocols and using personal protective equipment.
- Contributed to aesthetic quality of projects by creating decorative textures in concrete surfaces.
- Reduced project downtime by maintaining and cleaning tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for each task.
- Enhanced project completion rates by efficiently smoothing and finishing surfaces of poured concrete floors, walls, sidewalks, or curbs to specified textures.
- Increased project efficiency by preparing base for concrete pouring, including compacting soil and laying out wire mesh.
- Achieved cost savings through effective reuse and maintenance of finishing tools and equipment.
- Streamlined workflow on job sites by skillfully operating various pieces of heavy machinery used in the concrete finishing process.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds to move job materials.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing time and resources for various concrete finishing tasks.
Concrete Finisher
Gonzalez Concrete LLC
Pueblo, CO
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Maintained consistent quality in finished surfaces by meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence in the field through consistent delivery of high-quality finished surfaces that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication with team members and supervisors on project progress.
- Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
- Supported overall project success through expert knowledge of curing times, weather conditions, and other variables affecting final results in the concrete finishing process.
- Executed precise finishing techniques to ensure smooth surfaces and optimal durability of concrete structures.
- Oversaw workflow processes, enhancing team efficiency and project timelines in high-stakes environments.
- Mentored junior finishers on best practices for tool usage and safety procedures, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Achieved aesthetically pleasing results on decorative finishes using stamping or staining techniques tailored to individual client preferences.
- Strengthened relationships with clients through clear communication, professionalism, and consistently meeting deadlines for project completion.
- Streamlined workflow on job sites by skillfully operating various pieces of heavy machinery used in the concrete finishing process.
- Assisted in estimating, measuring, and marking out work areas before concrete pours, facilitating accurate project planning.
- Improved durability and appearance of structures with application of sealants and waterproofing compounds.
- Customized textures and finishes to meet client specifications, contributing to high customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced project versatility by fabricating concrete beams, columns, and panels.
- Monitored concrete as it was poured, spread, and leveled, adjusting work for weather conditions.
- Enhanced project completion rates by efficiently smoothing and finishing surfaces of poured concrete floors, walls, sidewalks, or curbs to specified textures.
- Ensured compliance with building codes and regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry standards.
- Streamlined project timelines by efficiently removing rough or defective spots on concrete surfaces and patching holes.
- Improved structural integrity with application of hardening and sealing compounds to cure surfaces.
- Achieved smooth finishes by operating power vibrator to compact concrete.
- Ensured uniformity and quality of surface finish by selecting appropriate tools and methods for each project.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
Concrete Finisher
Brown Brothers
Denver, CO
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and enhanced material utilization during concrete pouring activities.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess site conditions and align finishing work with overall construction schedules.
- Conducted quality control inspections to verify compliance with specifications and industry standards for finished concrete work.
- Resolved on-site challenges promptly, minimizing disruptions while maintaining project integrity and client satisfaction.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to [75] pounds to move job materials.
- Served as a reliable resource for team members and supervisors alike when it came to understanding the nuances of concrete finishing, ensuring all decisions were made with optimal results in mind.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and regulations during all stages of the concrete finishing process.
- Enhanced team productivity, guiding less experienced workers on proper finishing techniques.
- Facilitated timely project completion, coordinating closely with other construction professionals to sequence finishing activities.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.
- Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
- Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
- Set concrete forms, ensuring alignments and depths for optimal structural integrity.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Applied contraction, construction, or isolation joints in appropriate areas and situations.
- Maintained safe work environments, adhering strictly to safety protocols and using personal protective equipment.
- Reduced project downtime by maintaining and cleaning tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for each task.
- Increased project efficiency by preparing base for concrete pouring, including compacting soil and laying out wire mesh.
- Achieved cost savings through effective reuse and maintenance of finishing tools and equipment.
- Maintained consistent quality in finished surfaces by meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
- Supported overall project success through expert knowledge of curing times, weather conditions, and other variables affecting final results in the concrete finishing process.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence in the field through consistent delivery of high-quality finished surfaces that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication with team members and supervisors on project progress.
- Executed precise finishing techniques to ensure smooth surfaces and optimal durability of concrete structures.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Strengthened relationships with clients through clear communication, professionalism, and consistently meeting deadlines for project completion.
- Streamlined workflow on job sites by skillfully operating various pieces of heavy machinery used in the concrete finishing process.
- Improved durability and appearance of structures with application of sealants and waterproofing compounds.
- Enhanced project versatility by fabricating concrete beams, columns, and panels.
- Monitored concrete as it was poured, spread, and leveled, adjusting work for weather conditions.
- Enhanced project completion rates by efficiently smoothing and finishing surfaces of poured concrete floors, walls, sidewalks, or curbs to specified textures.
- Ensured compliance with building codes and regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry standards.
- Streamlined project timelines by efficiently removing rough or defective spots on concrete surfaces and patching holes.
- Achieved smooth finishes by operating power vibrator to compact concrete.
Education
High School Diploma -
Memorial High School
San Antonio, TX06.1987
Skills
- Concrete finishing
- Worksite safety
- Foundation work
- Commercial construction experience
- Cement and pavement
- Stamped concrete
- Joint cutting
- Inventory management
- OSHA protocols
- Stained concrete
- Pitch and depth correction
- Retaining walls
- Job proposal estimation
- Rebar installation
- Surface curing methods
- Surface finishing
- Hand and power tool operation
- Chipping and grinding
- Form setting and alignment
- Concrete staining
- Colored finishes
- Anchor bolt installation
- Jointers and edging tools
- Team supervision
- Estimate preparation
- Measurements and calculations
- Power concrete buggies
- Project management
- Surface stamping
- Laborer supervision
- Work scheduling
- Standards compliances
- Emergency protocols
- Surface polishing
- Fixture installation
- Cement mixing techniques
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Concrete Finisher
Montano Concrete
05.2025 - 06.2026
Concrete Finisher
Standard Concrete
07.2023 - 01.2024
Concrete Finisher
Gonzalez Concrete LLC
07.2021 - 04.2023
Concrete Finisher
Brown Brothers
07.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Memorial High School