SIMON | Crane Operator

Crane Operator

Simon | Crane Operator

Company: SIMON

Job Location: NORTH PLATTE, NEBRASKA, USA

Type of Contract: Seasonal

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients. To learn more about Simon visit The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit

Job Summary

Operates a lattice and hydraulic telescoping boom-type crane, crawler-type, and/or hydraulic rough-terrain crane to hoist and move materials, drive piling, and perform other related operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
• Support, promote, and practice the Company's core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
• Observe safety procedures, report safety hazards, and use equipment and materials properly
• Safely operate cranes, heavy equipment and vehicles within scope of assigned work
• Operate crane controls, such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions
• Perform daily inspections of crane, rigging, and associated equipment; participation in critical lift planning
• Perform minor equipment maintenance, such as inspecting, lubricating, cleaning, and maintaining equipment
• Operate other tools and equipment as required for assigned tasks
• Work closely with other employees to perform a variety of tasks required to complete assigned projects

Education

Current National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) Mobile Crane Operator Certification, or the ability to become certified required. Valid drivers' license with ability to maintain a clean driving history required. Class A CDL with endorsements and valid medical card preferred. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Skills

Two or more years of experience in operation of fixed and mobile cranes; experience operating Lattice Boom Crawler (LBC) required; experience operating Telescopic Boom - Swing Cab (TLL) preferred. Previous experience in bridge construction and pile driving preferred.

Physical Requirements

Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Regularly required to use hands to make signal gestures and to move, handle, or manipulate objects. Regularly required to communicate verbally and hear instructions or signals. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Frequently required to walk across uneven terrain, sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and stand or work on feet for extended periods. Frequently exposed to construction site conditions, including dust, loud noise, fuel, oil, chemicals, and adverse weather.

Benefits and Perks

Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options. Prescription Drug Coverage. Dental and Vision Plans. Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options. Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services. Paid Parental Leave. Employee Assistance Program. Life and AD&D Insurance. Disability Insurance. Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays. 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match. Product and Service Group Discount Programs.