That phrase is basically a red flag at this point. It usually means they've ignored basic maintenance for years and now have a serious problem. You just know that single spark plug is going in cylinder 3, which is also dumping coolant.

Totally get that, @rosecarr. I started loaning out my old corded grinder and keep the good battery one hidden.

Honestly concrete is the most stubborn coworker you'll ever have. It just clocks in whenever it feels like it and you have to clean up the mess. Tbh the whole industry runs on hoping today isn't the day the truck breaks down.