SIMON | Excavator Operator

Works with ground personnel in the excavation and installation process of laying pipe on line and grade.

•    Embrace the Company’s safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Simon 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 
•    Safely operates a large excavator.
•    Ensures trench is excavated to the proper depth/grade with proper safety sloping or protection.
•    Responsible for placement of water, storm & sanitary sewer pipe in the excavation.
•    Ensures all work is conducted in a safe and responsible manner.
•    Follows directions of ground crew regarding craning, gravel placement and grading.
•    Ability to cut grade with minimal time spent on excavating to ensure production is on schedule.
•    Knowledge of changes in soil conditions and materials that impact operations.
•    Conducts trench work so that it meets OH&S requirements.
•    Knowledge of proper rigging of pipe, manhole barrels, etc. and ensures safe work procedures are followed during lowering of materials into the excavation.
•    Perform minor maintenance to excavation equipment, report problems or defects to mechanic for repair.

•    High school diploma or equivalent preferred
•    Valid drivers’ license and ability to maintain a clean driving history required

•    2+ years plus of excavator operator for utility work
•    Ability to work with others in a professional manner
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•    Ability to work under pressure of deadlines and problem-solve
•    Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

•    Wears and maintains required PPE (personal protective equipment) to ensure safe performance of job responsibilities as required
•    Regularly lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds with or without assistance to handle materials, tools, equipment, or documents essential to the role
•    Regularly uses hands to move and manipulate objects needed for tool use, equipment operation, and manual tasks
•    Regularly communicates (talk and hear) to coordinate work, receive instructions, and maintain job‑site safety
•    Regularly stands for extended periods and moves across various surfaces or terrain to access different work areas and complete assigned tasks
•    Regularly climbs on and off equipment and walks across uneven terrain to navigate field sites safely
•    Regularly works from a seated position for extended periods to operate equipment and vehicles requiring continuous control
•    Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and experiences vibration from operating equipment
•    Regularly works outdoors in all weather conditions with possible exposure to dust and airborne particles
•    Regularly works near fuels, oils, and other common workplace chemicals associated with operating or supporting equipment and machinery
•    Regularly works in environments that may include loud noise, moving equipment, dust, or varying indoor/outdoor conditions depending on operational needs
•    Frequently stands, walks, sits, reaches, and stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls to access work areas and complete field tasks
•    Occasionally works at heights, near, or under electrical hazards when tasks require elevated access or proximity to electrical components
•    Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and overtime; overnight travel may be required