Equipment Operator III

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Until 8/22/2026 First posted June 9, 2026 Last posted June 9, 2026
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Division: Advantage Metals Recycling LLC

Location: St. Louis, MO, United States  

Other Available Locations: Illinois

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 the safety program.
  • Operate heavy equipment of various sizes including material handlers, loaders, mobile shear, shuttle wagon, 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.
  • 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.
  • Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to work standing or walking for up to 12 hours per day.
  • Ability to adapt to frequent changes of priority and complete job tasks safely and effectively without constant supervision.
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
  • Work schedule Monday - Friday 6am-4pm 
  • Flexible to work overtime, off-hours, weekends, and in an industrial environment which includes being outdoors in all weather
    conditions.

 

 

Complete work history is required to be considered for this position. Include the employer's name, dates of employment, job title and the detailed responsibilities for the position held. Any gap in work history must be reflected and include the dates.

 

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace

About this role

Summary

Operate heavy equipment, follow safety standards, perform yard duties, and communicate effectively.

Job title

Equipment Operator III

Experience level

none

Industry

steel

Location requirements

St. Louis, MO, USA; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

operate heavy equipmentsafety policiesinspectionsradio communication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

heavy equipmentsafety proceduresyard operations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

St. Louis, MO, USA

On-site City