SIMON | Equipment Operator

Equipment OperatorSimon 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 Summary: Safely and efficiently operates a variety of heavy construction equipment to support heavy civil construction projects. This position is responsible for equipment operation, minor maintenance, and assisting crews to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.Main Responsibilities:Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Simon Steering and Continuous Improvement teamsSupport, promote, and practice the Company core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policiesFollow all safety procedures, report unsafe conditions, and use tools, equipment, and materials properlyOperate a range of heavy construction equipment, which may include excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, scrapers, skid steers, backhoes, articulated trucks, rollers, and other mobile or stationary equipmentOperate additional tools and light equipment as required to support assigned construction tasksConduct pre- and post-operation inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating conditionPerform routine and minor maintenance tasks, including fueling, greasing, checking fluids, and reporting mechanical issuesSafely operate company vehicles when authorized to travel between jobsites and company locationsAssist with maintaining clean, orderly, and safe jobsite conditionsWork closely with foremen, skilled craft workers, laborers, and other crew members to complete assigned projectsPerform manual labor and general construction tasks as needed to support project completionEducation:High school diploma or GED preferred, or equivalent construction experienceValid driver's license with the ability to maintain a clean driving record requiredOSHA or training preferred or ability to obtainSkills:Previous experience operating heavy construction equipment in a construction or industrial environment requiredKnowledge of safe equipment operation practices and jobsite safety requirementsAbility to read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, and equipment manualsAbility to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a teamStrong situational awareness and attention to detailAbility to follow directions, meet productivity expectations, and adapt to changing work conditionsBasic mechanical aptitude and ability to identify equipment issuesPhysical Requirements:Wears and maintains required PPE (personal protective equipment) to ensure safe performance of job responsibilities as requiredRegularly lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds with or without assistance to handle materials, tools, equipment, or documents essential to the roleRegularly uses hands to move and manipulate objects needed for tool use, equipment operation, and manual tasksRegularly communicates (talk and hear) to coordinate work, receive instructions, and maintain job-site safetyRegularly stands for extended periods and moves across various surfaces or terrain to access different work areas and complete assigned tasksRegularly climbs on and off equipment and walks across uneven terrain to navigate field sites safelyRegularly works from a seated position for extended periods to operate equipment and vehicles requiring continuous controlRegularly works near moving mechanical parts and experiences vibration from operating equipmentRegularly works outdoors in all weather conditions with possible exposure to dust and airborne particlesRegularly works near fuels, oils, and other common workplace chemicals associated with operating or supporting equipment and machineryRegularly works in environments that may include loud noise, moving equipment, dust, or varying indoor/outdoor conditions depending on operational needsFrequently stands, walks, sits, reaches, and stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls to access work areas and complete field tasksOccasionally works at heights, near, or under electrical hazards when tasks require elevated access or proximity to electrical componentsAbility to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and overtime; overnight travel may be requiredBenefits and Perks:Choice of 3 Medical Plan OptionsPrescription Drug CoverageDental and Vision PlansFlexible Spending Account or Health Savings OptionsAccess to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy ServicesPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramLife and AD&D InsuranceDisability InsurancePaid Time Off and Paid Holidays401(k) Savings Plan with Company MatchProduct and Service Group Discount ProgramsApplication window anticipated to close on 09/26/26 open until filled. Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer.