Aggregate Laborer
Location: Cheyenne, WY
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. To learn more about Simon visit www.simonteam.com.
To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
Supports aggregate production operations by performing physical work required to maintain efficient operation of plant and related equipment.
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 core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
- Observe safety procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly
- Communicate professionally with others in person, over the phone, and on company radio channels
- Perform manual/physical tasks required in plant operation and maintenance activities
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized working areas
- Work closely with plant operators, equipment operators, drivers and others in completion of assigned tasks
- Assist with minor equipment maintenance and repair, including lubrication, replacing oil/fluids, and re-fueling
- May drive vehicles and/or operate equipment when trained/authorized
- Complete other related projects/tasks as assigned
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Valid drivers’ license with ability to maintain a clean driving history required
Skills
- At least one year of experience working in an aggregate or asphalt production operation or similar industry preferred
- Prior experience working in construction, mining or similar industry preferred
- Mechanical proficiency preferred
- Ability to learn new skills related to mining and crushing operations
- Ability to read and interpret written policies and procedures related to plant equipment operations and safety
- Ability to work in a team environment and follow direction
- Ability to safely operate tools and equipment
- Ability to interact professionally with others
- MSHA certification or ability to obtain certification required
Physical Requirements
- Wear and maintain 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 feel, handle, and manipulate objects
- Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear)
- Regularly required to read and understand signage, labels, and written instructions
- Regularly required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Regularly required to stand/work on feet for long periods, and walk across uneven terrain
- Occasionally exposed to working from high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock
- Mining environment; regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, airborne particles, fuel/chemicals, loud noise, moving equipment/parts, and vibration
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
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job...
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
- meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
- complete any part of the application process
- access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
