Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
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Follow all company and OSHA safety procedures — attend safety meetings and look out for yourself and your teammates
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Operate heavy equipment including cranes, loaders, and similar machines — safely and efficiently
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Load scrap material onto shredder feed conveyors, push shred piles, move material throughout the yard, and load trucks and railcars
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Perform daily equipment inspections and report any defects or needed repairs to your supervisor
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Keep the yard clear of debris and maintain a clean, safe work environment
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Jump on small equipment — forklifts or skid steers — when the job calls for it
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Handle general labor duties including sweeping, shoveling, and clean-up anywhere in the yard
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Communicate over radio with teammates for traffic coordination, production updates, and safety
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Cross-train in other positions and support teammates wherever you’re needed
You’ll be running the heaviest equipment on the yard — your skill and hustle directly drive production. The harder you work, the more you earn. 3 years of heavy equipment experience required.
