Equipment Operator III

Equipment Operator III

Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions

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. The Locomotive Groundman is an entry-level position responsible for safely assisting with the movement and spotting of railcars within the facility. This role involves operating manual switches, applying and releasing handbrakes, using railcar chocks, and operating the rail scaleall while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols.

• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Attend safety meetings and participate in safety program.
• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes including cranes and loaders, etc.
• Duties include, but are not limited to : loading scrap material onto shredder feed conveyor, pushing shred pile up, moving material throughout the yard, and / or loading trucks and railcars, etc.
• Perform daily inspections on equipment reporting any defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Keep grounds clear of debris while maintaining safety standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Operate small equipment such as a forklift or skid steer if needed.
• General labor duties that may include but not limited to sweeping, shoveling and general clean-up of any area and / or equipment throughout the yard.
• Effectively communicate over radio with teammates for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures.
• Willing to cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer M / F / Disabled / Vets and a drug free workplace.