Small Equipment Operator

Nucor Corporation
Sarasota, FL
Job Details


Division: Trademark Metals Recycling LLC


Location: Sarasota, 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
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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
About Us - Why Trademark Metals Recycling & Nucor?

Nucor is a Fortune 150 company and North America's leader in steel manufacturing and recycling. We believe in:

  • Safety first-always
  • Pay for performance
  • Promoting from within
  • Long-term stability
  • Taking care of our people and communities
If you want steady work, strong weekly pay, real benefits from day one, and a career you can build-not just a paycheck-apply today. We want you on our team.

Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace

Nearest Major Market: Sarasota
Nearest Secondary Market: TampaNucor Corporation is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Posted 2026-04-17

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