O*NET-SOC 47-2053.00

Terrazzo Workers and Finishers

Apply a mixture of cement, sand, pigment, or marble chips to floors, stairways, and cabinet fixtures to fashion durable and decorative surfaces.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Measure designated amounts of ingredients for terrazzo or grout, according to standard formulas and specifications, using graduated containers and scales, and load ingredients into portable mixer.Core9825
Grind surfaces with a power grinder, or polish surfaces with polishing or surfacing machines.Core9829
Cut metal division strips and press them into the terrazzo base for joints or changes of color to form designs or patterns or to help prevent cracks.Core9823
Blend marble chip mixtures, place into panels, and push a roller over the surface to embed the chips.Core9824
Modify mixing, grouting, grinding, or cleaning procedures, according to type of installation or material used.Core9831
Spread, level, or smooth concrete or terrazzo mixtures to form bases or finished surfaces, using rakes, shovels, hand or power trowels, hand or power screeds, or floats.Core9827
Grind curved surfaces or areas inaccessible to surfacing machine, such as stairways or cabinet tops, with portable hand grinder.Core9828
Wash polished terrazzo surface, using cleaner and water, and apply sealer and curing agent according to manufacturer's specifications, using brush or sprayer.Core9832
Position and secure moisture membrane and wire mesh in preparation for pouring base materials for terrazzo installation.Core9830
Fill slight grinding depressions with matching grout material and hand-trowel for a smooth, uniform surface.Core9838
Clean installation site, mixing and storage areas, tools, machines, and equipment, and store materials and equipment.Core9837
Sprinkle colored marble or stone chips, powdered steel, or coloring powder over surface to produce prescribed finish.Core9834
Wet surface to prepare for bonding, fill holes and cracks with grout or slurry, and smooth with a trowel.Core9835
Mix cement, sand, and water to produce concrete, grout, or slurry, using hoe, trowel, tamper, scraper, or concrete-mixing machine.Core9833
Chip, scrape, or grind high spots, ridges, or rough projections to finish concrete, using pneumatic chisel, hand chisel, or other hand tools.Core9839
Mold expansion joints and edges, using edging tools, jointers, or straightedges.Core9826
Move terrazzo installation materials, tools, machines, or work devices to work areas, manually or using wheelbarrow.Core9841
Repair concrete by cutting out damaged areas, drilling holes for reinforcing rods, and positioning reinforcing rods, using power saw and drill.Supplemental9836
Clean chipped area, using wire brush, and feel and observe surface to determine if it is rough or uneven.Core9840
Precast terrazzo blocks in wooden forms.Supplemental9845
Wet concrete surface and rub with stone to smooth surface and obtain specified finish.Supplemental9848
Build wooden molds, clamping molds around areas to be repaired, or setting up frames to the proper depth and alignment.Supplemental9842
Spread roofing paper on surface of foundation and spread concrete onto roofing paper with trowel to form terrazzo base.Supplemental9846
Produce rough concrete surface, using broom.Supplemental9844
Remove frames when the foundation is dry.Supplemental9847
Signal truck driver to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete and move chute to direct concrete on forms.Supplemental9843

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 8 examples in 5 categories, 3 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Analytical or scientific software

Construction Management Software ProEst

Accounting software

CPR International GeneralCOST Estimator
Intuit QuickBooksHot Technology
Sapro Systems Paymee

Project management software

CPR Visual Estimator
On Center Quick Bid

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Operating system software

Microsoft WindowsHot Technology

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Plan production or operational procedures or sequences.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Performing General Physical Activities

Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Clean work sites.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Clean equipment or facilities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Load materials into construction equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Finish concrete surfaces.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Prepare surfaces for finishing.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Pour materials into or on designated areas.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Spread concrete or other aggregate mixtures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Handling and Moving Objects

Install roofing materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Install masonry materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Drill holes in construction materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Apply sealants or other protective coatings.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Build construction forms or molds.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Position structural components.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Align masonry materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Apply decorative masonry finishes.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Cut metal components for installation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Dismantle equipment or temporary structures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Position construction forms or molds.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Controlling Machines and Processes

Break up rock, asphalt, or concrete.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Signal equipment operators to indicate proper equipment positioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 27

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Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.