Career fit quiz

Is Concrete Finisher the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the concrete finisher career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the concrete finisher job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I don’t mind very early mornings
Statement 2 of 8I like fast-paced physical work
Statement 3 of 8I can read conditions and make quick decisions
Statement 4 of 8I like working on a team
Statement 5 of 8I want to start earning soon
Statement 6 of 8I take pride in a smooth, flat finish
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 3–12 months on the job training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $57,020 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Cement masons and concrete finishers place, screed, float and trowel concrete to create smooth, durable slabs, floors, sidewalks, curbs and other surfaces.

  • Set and check forms and reinforcement
  • Place and spread fresh concrete
  • Screed concrete to grade
  • Float and trowel surfaces by hand and with power trowels
  • Edge and cut control joints

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