SIMON | Paving Laborer (RAPID CITY, SD, US, 57702)

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:Supports daily asphalt paving operations by performing a variety of tasks involving physical labor, equipment use, and assistance to skilled crew members. This role is essential in ensuring safe, efficient, and high quality jobsite performance.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 policiesSafely operate vehicles, tools, and equipment including (but not limited to): on‐road vehicles, jackhammers, air compressors, skid plate tampers, shovels, rakes, brooms, concrete finishing tools, and other hand tools.Transport tools, materials, and supplies as needed to support project tasks.Assist with asphalt paving operations, including preparation, placement, and finishing activities.Support minor equipment maintenance and perform cleaning of construction tools and machinery.Maintain clean, organized, and hazard‐free work areas.Work closely with skilled laborers, operators, and craft workers to complete assigned project duties.Perform various forms of physical labor necessary to support construction and paving projects.Education:* High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Skills:Previous experience in asphalt paving, and/or or related field preferred.Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.Strong work ethic with the ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing jobsite needs.Physical 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 ProgramsThe 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 06/01/2026; 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 applyingcomplete any part of the application processaccess or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applyingPlease contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.