Paver Operator

Job Location:

FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, USA

Type of

Contract:

Seasonal

Posting

Start Date:

5/22/26

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

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

Job Description:

Operates a commercial paving machine to ensure proper placement and quality of materials on paving projects. Works collaboratively with the paving crew to ensure proper material placement, grade, and finish while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

This position may include mobile work assignments across our Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska footprint when assigned to a mobile crew.

• 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
• Operate asphalt paving equipment to ensure proper distribution, depth, and alignment of materials in accordance with project specifications
• Communicate effectively with crew members using hand signals, radios, or other methods to coordinate paving operations and maintain workflow efficiency
• Guide and direct dump trucks safely into position for material transfer into the paver hopper
• Monitor paving operations to ensure consistent material flow, mat quality, and adherence to grade and slope requirements
• Perform routine pre‑ and post‑operation equipment inspections, including checking fluid levels, greasing components, and identifying maintenance needs
• Conduct basic preventative maintenance and promptly report mechanical issues or repairs needed to minimize downtime
• Operate additional tools and equipment as needed to support paving and site operations
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, contributing to overall site safety and efficiency
• Safely operate company vehicles to travel between job sites and company facilities, when authorized
• Work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions and adjust to changing project demands and schedules

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• 3+ years of related experience and/or training in operation of a commercial paver and related equipment preferred
• Ability to read and interpret documents, i.e., safety rules, operating/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…