Stationary Shear Operator

Nucor Corporation

Tampa (FL)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

Fast benefits after 30 days

Profit sharing

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Trademark Metals Recycling LLC in Tampa, FL seeks an Equipment Operator to keep the yard running. You will operate forklifts and skid steers, perform daily inspections, and follow OSHA safety procedures while earning weekly pay and training.

We offer benefits after 30 days, production bonuses, and room for growth within the Nucor family. Candidates near Tampa within 50 miles are preferred and bilingual skills help in team communication.

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of small equipment operation experience in scrap metal, construction, or manufacturing.
Comfortable safely operating forklifts, skid steers, and similar equipment.
Willing to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Able to stand or walk up to 12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.
Bilingual preferred; candidates within 50 miles of the location preferred.
Must pass hair drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts, skid steers, and other small equipment.
Load scrap material onto shredder feed conveyors and move material throughout the yard.
Perform daily equipment inspections and report defects to your supervisor.
Keep the yard clean, safe, and organized; assist with general labor as needed.
Communicate with teammates via radio for traffic coordination and updates.
Cross-train in other positions and help out wherever the team needs you.

Skills

Small equipment operation

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Dependability

Stamina

Bilingual

Job description

Job Details

Location: Tampa , FL , United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Work Hard. Get Paid Weekly. Build a Real Career.

Division: Trademark Metals Recycling LLC

Location: Tampa , FL , United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Work Hard. Get Paid Weekly. Build a Real Career.

If you like getting behind the controls and doing work that actually moves things - this is the job for you. At Trademark Metals Recycling, Equipment Operators are at the heart of the yard. You’ll run forklifts, skid steers, and more to keep materials moving and production humming. We’ll train the right person - and back you with Nucor's weekly pay, real bonuses, and benefits that kick in at 30 days. This isn’t just a job. It’s a career you can build on.

Top Benefits - Why You'll Want to Work Here

Average annual earnings: $70,000+ (Includes base pay, weekly overtime opportunities, and production bonuses)

Weekly production bonus - unlimited earning potential
Paid training - we'll teach you what you need to succeed
Fast benefits - medical, dental, & vision after just 30 days
Profit sharing - yearly payout averaging ~17% of annual pay
401(k) match - company matches 17% of your contributions
Employee stock purchase plan - company matches 10%
Paid vacation - 40 hours after 6 months
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement - up to $5,250 per year
Company-paid life & disability insurance
Clear career paths - promote from within, no cap on growth

Go to www.Nucor.com/benefits to learn more!

Daily Job Duties - What You'll Do

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.

Follow all company and OSHA safety procedures - attend safety meetings and look out for yourself and your teammates
Operate small equipment including forklifts, skid steers, and similar machines
Load scrap material onto shredder feed conveyors, push shred piles, move material throughout the yard, and load trucks and railcars
Perform daily equipment inspections and report any defects or needed repairs to your supervisor
Keep the yard clear of debris and maintain a clean, safe work environment
Pitch in on general labor duties - sweeping, shoveling, and clean‑up anywhere in the yard
Communicate over radio with teammates for traffic coordination, production updates, and safety
Cross‑train in other positions and help out wherever the team needs you

You'll be hands-on from day one - running equipment and keeping the yard productive. The harder you work, the more you earn. 1 year of small equipment experience preferred - but we train the right people.

Job Requirements - What We're Looking For

Minimum 1 year of small equipment operation experience - preferably in scrap metal, construction, or manufacturing
Comfortable operating forklifts, skid steers, and similar equipment safely
Solid understanding of equipment operating principles, hazards, and safety precautions
Dependable - shows up on time and ready to work every shift
Able to work independently and adapt to changing priorities without constant supervision
Able to stand or walk for most of the shift (up to 12 hours)
Able to lift up to 50 lbs
Comfortable working outdoors in heat and all weather conditions
Flexible to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed
Bilingual preferred
Candidates within 50 miles of location preferred
Must pass a hair drug test and background check