SIMON | Aggregate Operator 1

Job Summary

Performs work required to maintain efficient operation of plants and equipment in support of mining and aggregate material  production activities; operates a variety of equipment, vehicles, and tooling.

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; leads by example
•    Communicate professionally with others in person, over the phone, and on company radio channels 
•    Operate heavy equipment, including, but not limited to, loaders, skid steers, water trucks, telehandlers, and service/pickup trucks used in aggregate mining and production operations; operate other tools and equipment as required for assigned tasks
•    Perform manual/physical tasks required in plant operation and maintenance activities
•    Work closely with plant operators, drivers, and others to ensure efficient and safe mining and plant operation in support of efficient materials production
•    Perform pre-operational inspection of equipment and detect mechanical and/or safety issues
•    Perform mobile equipment maintenance, including lubrication, replacing oil/fluids, re-fueling, and cleaning; assist with minor equipment repair tasks
•    Assist with plant/crusher equipment maintenance and repair 
•    Complete other related projects/tasks as assigned

Education:

•    High school diploma or equivalent preferred
•    MSHA certification or ability to obtain certification required
•    Valid drivers’ license with ability to maintain a clean driving history required

Skills:

•    2 years of relevant experience and/or equivalent combination of training/experience in a similar role
•    Basic mechanical skill preferred, basic welding experience a plus
•    Proficiency in operation industrial and heavy equipment, including but not limited to skid steers, 903 loader, water truck, telehandler forklift, service/pickup trucks
•    Ability to operate mobile devices and other technology used daily operations
•    Ability to read and interpret signage and/or written instructions (safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.)
•    Ability to problem-solve 
•    Ability to work in a team environment under general direction and supervision
•    Ability to interact professionally with others and clearly communicate with others

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 manipulate objects
•    Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear) 
•    Frequently required to stand for long periods and walk across uneven terrain
•    Frequently 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
•    Regularly required to work from a seated position operating equipment for long periods
•    Frequent exposure to loud noise 
•    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, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Benefit offerings subject to change.
 

Application window anticipated to close on 2/28/2026; open until filled.