Maintenance 2nd shift

About the role

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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) and Roth accounts
• Profit sharing
• Pay‑for‑performance bonuses
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Stock program
• Scholarships and more

Responsibilities

• Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
• Follow company and OSHA safety procedures and wear proper PPE as required.
• Perform daily inspections on equipment and report any defects or needed repairs to the supervisor.
• Remove metals and debris from conveyor belts.
• Work in both outdoor and indoor environments.
• General labor duties including sweeping, shoveling, cleanup of areas and equipment, and physical handling of materials and supplies.
• Cross‑train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment such as shredders, eddy current machines, etc., as required.
• Change liners, grates, hammers, etc., on the shredder.
• Perform other job duties as assigned by the Facility Manager or Supervisor.

Requirements

• Company offers on‑the‑job training.
• Ability to work 2nd shift; hours 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM (schedule may vary).
• Experience using a front‑end loader, excavator, forklift, skid steer, or scrap handler in an industrial/outdoor work environment.
• Ability to stand or walk for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to walk up several flights of stairs and work at heights above one story.
• Knowledge of heavy‑equipment operating principles.
• Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions.
• Stable work history.
• Flexibility to work off‑hours, weekends, holidays, including overtime and up to six days a week as required by production.
• Ability to complete tasks safely and effectively without constant supervision.
• Ability to work closely with others in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy‑equipment operations.
• Ability to identify and differentiate metal materials (preferred).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions; effective communication in English (preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual – Spanish (preferred).
• Strong mechanical abilities (welding, fabrication, knowledge of tools, etc.) a plus.
• Previous maintenance background a plus.
• Supervisor or manager recommendation required.
• Ability to perform all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Schedule

2nd shift, 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM; schedule may vary based on facility needs.