Practice prompts based on occupational tasks
These Applyace practice prompts use O*NET tasks for cement masons and concrete finishers. They are not reported employer questions. If you have not done a task, explain your approach and learning needs instead of inventing experience.
1. Check the forms that hold the concrete to see that they are properly constructed.
Describe a real example of this task. What was your responsibility, and what happened?
2. Set the forms that hold concrete to the desired pitch and depth, and align them.
How did you decide which approach or tools to use? Explain the tradeoffs.
3. Spread, level, and smooth concrete, using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, hand or power screed, and float.
What could go wrong during this task? Describe how you would check your work.
4. Monitor how the wind, heat, or cold affect the curing of the concrete throughout the entire process.
Explain a time you coordinated this work with someone else. How did you communicate?
5. Mold expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
How would you handle an unfamiliar part of this task? Identify what you would need to learn.
6. Signal truck driver to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete, and move chute to direct concrete on forms.
What evidence would show this task was completed successfully?
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Pick an occupational task, then outline a real example. This is practice, not a prediction of an employer’s questions.
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Check the forms that hold the concrete to see that they are properly constructed.
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Questions to ask the interviewer
- Which of these occupational tasks takes the most time on your team?
- How do you measure success in the first three months?
- Which tools, training and support are available for this role?
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