Shift Safety Coordinator - EMT

Date: Dec 15, 2025

Location: Ghent, KY, US, 41045

Company: Nucor

Job Details

Division: Nucor Steel Gallatin LLC

Location: Ghent, KY, United States  

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. 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:

The EMT will work as the Shift Safety Coordinator to ensure the safety and security of Nucor Steel Gallatin and its teammates.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to: inspecting and maintaining safety equipment; responding to fire and radiation alarms; assisting in safety training; conducting teammate health monitoring (hearing, drug testing); responding to incidents and emergencies on-site and providing treatment while maintaining confidentiality; stocking and cleaning trauma islands; and testing and checking fire equipment. This position will also serve as a member of the Emergency Medical Team and High Angle/Confined Space Rescue Team. This position works a 12-hour rotating shift, scheduled/unscheduled overtime including nights, holidays and weekends, in an industrial environment.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.

 

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • EMT-B Kentucky Certification

Detailed Selection Criteria:

  • Teamwork - Working as part of a coordinated effort with others to achieve a common goal.
  • Communication - Ability to give full attention to what others are saying and communicating information so that others will understand.
  • Initiative - Being proactive with seeking out work that needs to be done & willing to take on responsibilities and challenges.
  • Attention to Detail – Thorough in accomplishing tasks, no matter how small they may be, and taking care to make sure that expectations are met.
  • Problem Solving & Judgement/Decision Making – Identifying problems/analyzing or reviewing related information to develop & evaluate options in order to choose the most appropriate solution.
  • Organizing, Planning & Prioritizing Work - Developing goals & plans for prioritizing, organizing, and accomplishing individual work &/or the work of the team.
  • Dependability/Accountability - Being reliable, responsible, and committed to fulfilling obligations.  Displays responsibility with work habits & has ability to hold others accountable for desired results.

Preferences:

  • At least two years of experience serving in an Emergency Medical Technician position
  • Security related experience
  • Fire safety experience

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Nucor Steel Gallatin does not accept unsolicited resumes.  No phone calls please.  Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.  Nucor will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future.

 

 

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


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