SIMON | Mobile Asphalt Plant Operator - Rapid City, SD base

Summary

Responsible for operation of a mobile Asphalt Plant. This position will work and travel with a range from Buffalo, WY to Hot Springs, SD and the surrounding areas of Rapid City, SD.  Possible overnight stays based on plant site location.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Simon safety culture and other Company strategic initiatives
• Oversees and ensures safe operation of plant and components
• Provides direction and guidance to plant ground crew and equipment operators related to daily operations of plant 
• Adjusts manual and computer-aided controls and/or or overrides automatic controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges
• Use computer system to enter and maintain data, manage dispatch schedule, prepare reports, and respond to e-mail correspondence
• Assists internal and external customers with ordering
• Effectively communicates with customers and drivers in person, over the phone, and on company radio channels 
• Reviews and processes orders ensure proper material mixes are being delivered; prepares invoices, delivery tickets, and related shipping documents
• Ensures adequate material and supplies are on-hand to meet plant production goals
• Visually inspects equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication
• Assists with general housekeeping and plant maintenance including repair and replacement of valves, motors, bearings, gaskets, shafts, gauges, etc.; climbs tank ladders to read gauges and/or perform maintenance tasks
• Maintains accurate operational, inspection, and maintenance records
• Completes and submits daily production reports 
• Coordinates tear down, transfer and re-assembly of mobile plant (if applicable)
• Travels to job site/mobile plant site locations as necessary
• Safely operates company equipment, tooling, and vehicles

Qualifications, Education, Skill and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience in asphalt operations and/or construction industry preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in a supervisory role preferred
• Ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers and build relationships
• Self-directed, results-oriented, and highly motivated, requiring minimal direct guidance
• Ability to lead and motivate others
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, problem-solve, and work under consistent pressure of deadlines
• Valid drivers’ license and ability to maintain a clean motor vehicle record required; commercial license preferred
• Basic computer skills, including use of MS Office products

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Occasionally 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; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 
• Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain; may require some work performed from heights of 50’ or more
• Frequent exposure to loud noise 
• Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles
• Regularly exposed to fuel, oil, and other chemicals

Workplace Values Requirements

• Support, promote, and practice Simon core values, vision, and mission
• Support, promote, and comply with Simon Code of Ethics, Workplace Conduct, Safety, and other established policies at all times
• 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
• Align personal vision and goals with larger goals of the Company
• Support continuous improvement to improve Simon processes, performance, safety, and overall success

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.