Equipment Operator 2nd shift 1

Date: Dec 5, 2024

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77092

Company: Nucor

Job Details

Division: Texas Port Recycling LLC

Location: Houston, TX, United States  

Other Available Locations: Texas

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.

 

  • Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Attend safety meetings and participate in safety program.
  • Ability to operate Heavy Industrial Mobile Equipment - preferred Material Handler Crane w/ grapple attachment experience.
  • 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:

 

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-stop environment while providing excellent customer service.
  • Minimum of 3-years previous heavy equipment operation in manufacturing environments, preferably in the scrap metal or construction industries.
  • Knowledge of heavy equipment operating principles, hazards and safety precautions as well as mechanical ability.
  • Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to adapt to frequent changes of priority and complete job tasks safely and effectively without constant supervision.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
  • Ability to work weekends as needed. Shift Hours - 4:30pm- 4:30am Monday - Friday.
  • Flexible to work overtime, off-hours, weekends, and holidays in an industrial environment which includes being outdoors in all weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

 

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


Nearest Major Market: Houston