Equipment Operator Job at Nucor Corporation, Salt Lake City, UT

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  • Nucor Corporation
  • Salt Lake City, UT

Job Description

Job Details


Division: Western Metals Recycling LLC


Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States


Other Available Locations: Utah


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:

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.
  • Duties include, but are not limited to: demolition torch cutting, operating mobile equipment in both mining and scrap yard environments, loading trucks and railcars, etc.
  • 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.
  • Flexible to work overtime, off-hours, weekends, and holidays in an industrial environment which includes being outdoors in all weather conditions.
Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bilingual preferred - Spanish.
  • Experience with MSHA Safety Standards.
  • MSHA Mining Safety Certification.
  • Familiar with site specific mine safety training.
  • Mine operating procedures familiarization.
  • Heavy equipment inspection and maintenance.
  • Bilingual preferred - Spanish.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace

Nearest Major Market: Salt Lake CityNucor Corporation is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours, Weekend work

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