Patcher (Nights)

Position: Patcher FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Baton Rouge, LA JOB SUMMARY The Patcher is responsible for repairing surface imperfections and defects in precast concrete products to ensure they meet aesthetic and structural quality standards. This position requires attention to detail, knowledge of concrete materials, and the ability to match colors and textures accurately. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Inspect precast concrete products for surface defects such as air voids, chips, honeycombing, or cracks Mix and apply patching materials to repair defects using trowels, grinders, brushes and other finishing tools Match patch color, texture, and finish to surrounding concrete surfaces Sand, grind, or blend repaired areas to meet required finish specifications Use bonding agents, sealers, and additives as needed Collaborate with quality control and production teams to ensure product quality Maintain tools and work area in clean, safe condition Follow safety protocols including PPE usage, fall protection, and chemical handling Complete documentation or reports related to repairs and patching work SKILLS & ABILITIES High school diploma or equivalent Valid DL with clear driving record 1+ years relevant experience Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Must have knowledge of concrete structures, expansion joints and shovels Must be familiar with manual labor and follow guidelines to arrange objects or actions in a certain order Must be able to manage ones time and focus on the task at hand Ability to work independently or with a team FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS This position requires constant (70-100%) standing, lifting up to 50lbs, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, feeling, use hands to finger, hearing (listening) and observing (vision), hand/eye coordination and walking. Requires frequent (40-69%) climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching and occasional (0-39%) sitting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust and focus. This position is subject to onsite hazards including but not limited to moving industrial equipment, hazardous energies (LOTO), climbing ladders, working at heights, working on uneven or unimproved surfaces and areas of high noise levels, may operate hand and power tools (electric, gas & pneumatic) of all types. Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc. May be required to work in confined spaces. Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.). Candidate must be able to be medically qualified by a NON-DOT or other job specific physical. BENEFITS All full-time employees who work a minimum average of 30 hours per week are eligible for health & wellness and ancillary benefits. Waskey Bridges, Inc. and its affiliated companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected class.