Maintenance 2nd shift

Nucor•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Port Recycling LLC, a division of Nucor, is seeking a Maintenance professional for its Houston, TX location. Nucor is North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer and a leader in recycling. The company prides itself on a unique culture that fosters innovation, teamwork, and personal connections, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. Nucor is committed to sustainability and is the continent's largest recycler. This role is crucial for maintaining the safety, efficiency, and operational integrity of the facility, particularly within the recycling operations.

Requirements

Ability to work 2nd shift (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 work standing or walking 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.
Flexible to work off hours, weekends, and holidays, including overtime and six days a week as required.
Able to complete job 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 lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Ability to identify and differentiate metal materials.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions and effectively communicate in English.
Bilingual preferred - Spanish.
Strong mechanical abilities (welding, fabrication, knowledge of tools, etc.) a plus.
Previous maintenance background a plus.
Must have supervisor and/or manager recommendation.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.
Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures and wear required PPE.
Perform daily inspections on equipment and report any defects or needed repairs to the supervisor.
Remove metals and debris from conveyor belts.
Perform general labor duties including sweeping, shoveling, and general cleanup of any area and/or equipment.
Physically handle materials, supplies, etc.
Cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on all equipment, including shredder and eddy current.
Change liners, grates, hammers, etc. on the shredder.
Perform other job duties as assigned by the Facility Manager/Supervisor.