Overview
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. What we do is bigger than construction — it is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well. To learn more about Simon visit www.simonteam.com/.
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 www.colasusa.com.
Job Summary Responsible for daily operations of portable crusher, including safety, quality control, plant operations and supervision of employees.
This position requires frequent travel and overnight stays away from home.
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
Effectively manage daily operations to ensure safety, environmental, regulatory, production, efficiency and equipment maintenance targets are met
Ensure continual compliance with MSHA and EPA regulations
Maintain effective relationships and work with customers, suppliers, local communities, local, state and federal governments, and Company business groups
Manage the activities of quarry, production crews to meet established business and production objectives
Respond quickly to customer needs
Assist with review and analysis of production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to resolve causes of nonconformity with product specifications and operating or production problems
Assist with revision of production schedules and priorities as a result of equipment failure or operation issues
Assists with maintenance scheduling, and coordinates maintenance of equipment to keep equipment and facility in top condition to optimize production flow
Perform administrative tasks, including but not limited to e-mail correspondence, timecard entry, handling documents and electronic files, etc.
Train and mentor plant employees to perform at their highest level
Safely operate company vehicles, tooling, and equipment
Complete other related projects/tasks as assigned
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor’s degree in related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) preferred
MSHA certification or ability to acquire certification required
Valid drivers’ license and ability to maintain a clean motor vehicle record required
Skills
3 years of progressive experience with aggregate production processes, including plant/crushing operations
2 years of experience leading and managing employees preferred
Proven track record of maintaining a safe work culture
Self-directed, results-driven, and highly motivated requiring minimal direct guidance
Computer skill, and ability to use a computer/mobile device, mobile applications, MS Office and similar programs
Ability to work at remote sites away from home for extended periods of time
Ability to work in a team environment and effectively lead and direct the work of others
Ability to read and interpret signage and/or written instructions (safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.)
Ability to problem-solve and recommend solutions
Ability to interact professionally with others and clearly communicate information
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, 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 2/16/2026; open until filled.
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:
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.
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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 www.colasusa.com.
Job Summary Responsible for daily operations of portable crusher, including safety, quality control, plant operations and supervision of employees.
This position requires frequent travel and overnight stays away from home.
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
Effectively manage daily operations to ensure safety, environmental, regulatory, production, efficiency and equipment maintenance targets are met
Ensure continual compliance with MSHA and EPA regulations
Maintain effective relationships and work with customers, suppliers, local communities, local, state and federal governments, and Company business groups
Manage the activities of quarry, production crews to meet established business and production objectives
Respond quickly to customer needs
Assist with review and analysis of production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to resolve causes of nonconformity with product specifications and operating or production problems
Assist with revision of production schedules and priorities as a result of equipment failure or operation issues
Assists with maintenance scheduling, and coordinates maintenance of equipment to keep equipment and facility in top condition to optimize production flow
Perform administrative tasks, including but not limited to e-mail correspondence, timecard entry, handling documents and electronic files, etc.
Train and mentor plant employees to perform at their highest level
Safely operate company vehicles, tooling, and equipment
Complete other related projects/tasks as assigned
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor’s degree in related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) preferred
MSHA certification or ability to acquire certification required
Valid drivers’ license and ability to maintain a clean motor vehicle record required
Skills
3 years of progressive experience with aggregate production processes, including plant/crushing operations
2 years of experience leading and managing employees preferred
Proven track record of maintaining a safe work culture
Self-directed, results-driven, and highly motivated requiring minimal direct guidance
Computer skill, and ability to use a computer/mobile device, mobile applications, MS Office and similar programs
Ability to work at remote sites away from home for extended periods of time
Ability to work in a team environment and effectively lead and direct the work of others
Ability to read and interpret signage and/or written instructions (safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.)
Ability to problem-solve and recommend solutions
Ability to interact professionally with others and clearly communicate information
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, 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 2/16/2026; open until filled.
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:
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.
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