Equipment Operator

Nucor • Holly Hill, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Trademark Metals Recycling LLC is hiring an Equipment Operator in Holly Hill, Florida. Equipment Operators help keep the yard productive by operating small equipment, moving scrap materials, and supporting production. Paid training is provided for the right candidate. Average annual earnings are advertised as $70,000+, including base pay, weekly overtime opportunities, and production bonuses. Benefits begin after 30 days, and the company describes opportunities for career growth and promotion from within.

The role involves working outdoors in heat and all weather conditions. Employees may need to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed. Candidates must pass pre-employment drug screening, including urine and hair follicle testing, as well as a background check.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of small equipment operation experience; scrap metal, construction, or manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Comfort operating forklifts, skid steers, and similar equipment safely.
• Solid understanding of equipment operating principles, hazards, and safety precautions.
• Dependable, punctual, and ready to work each shift.
• Able to work independently and adapt to changing priorities without constant supervision.
• Able to stand or walk for most of a shift, up to 12 hours.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working outdoors in heat and all weather conditions.
• Flexible to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening, including urine and hair follicle testing.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability.
• Candidates within 50 miles of the location are preferred.
• Experience in scrap metal, construction, or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Follow company and OSHA safety procedures, attend safety meetings, and look out for personal and team safety.
• 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 defects or needed repairs to a supervisor.
• Keep the yard clear of debris and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform general labor duties such as sweeping, shoveling, and cleanup throughout the yard.
• Communicate with teammates over the radio about traffic coordination, production updates, and safety.
• Cross-train in other positions and help wherever the team needs support.
• Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.

Benefits

• Weekly production bonus with unlimited earning potential.
• Paid training.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• Yearly profit-sharing payout averaging approximately 17% of annual pay.
• 401(k) match of 17% of employee contributions.
• Employee stock purchase plan with a 10% company match.
• 40 hours of paid vacation after 6 months.
• Parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Career paths and promotion from within.
• Weekly pay.
• Overtime opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed