Yard Operator

Nucor Corporation
Rockledge, FL
Job Details


Division: Trademark Metals Recycling LLC


Location: Rockledge, FL, United States


Other Available Locations: N/A


Compensation: Average annual earnings $55,000 (includes hourly base pay, weekly overtime opportunities, and bonuses)

About Nucor

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.

Need to Know:

  • Outdoor industrial work environment

  • Hands-on, physical role

  • Safety-sensitive position

  • Paid training provided

  • Career growth opportunities within operations

What You'll Do:

If you're dependable, safety-focused, and enjoy hands-on work in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you. As a Production teammate, you'll support daily yard operations by handling material, assisting customers, operating equipment, and maintaining a safe, efficient worksite. Your work directly impacts production, safety, and customer experience.

Duties of the role include but are not limited to:

  • Follow all company and OSHA safety procedures and actively participate in safety meetings and programs
  • Perform general labor duties including sweeping, shoveling, housekeeping, and yard clean-up
  • Assist with weighing, sorting, inspecting, and moving scrap materials throughout the yard
  • Inspect incoming scrap and vehicles, advising customers of accepted and non-accepted materials
  • Take material deductions as required based on inspection results
  • Operate forklifts and other yard equipment as trained (experience a plus)
  • Provide courteous, professional customer service in a fast-paced, outdoor environment
  • Willingness to cross-train in other positions and assist teammates as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management
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.

What We're Looking For:

Required:

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-stop outdoor environment
  • Minimum 1 year of general labor experience in manufacturing, warehouse, construction, or scrap/recycling environments preferred
  • Ability to stand or walk for up to 12 hours per shift
  • Ability to lift up to 40lbs and occasionally lift/carry/push/pull 15-25lbs.
  • Ability to work in extreme heat and be exposed to weather
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and complete tasks safely without constant supervision
  • Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
  • Willingness to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screening (urine and hair follicle) and background check
Preferred:

  • Forklift experience
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Prior experience in scrap metal, construction, or heavy industrial environments
  • Candidates within a 50 miles radius of location preferred.
Pay, Benefits & Career Growth:

  • Paid weekly with production bonus and profit sharing
  • Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities
  • Paid training
  • Paid vacation - 3 weeks after 1 year
  • Paid holidays - 10 per year plus 1 personal day
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement - up to $5,250 per year for teammates
  • Scholarship program - $4,000 per year for each child of a Nucor teammate
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Company matching 401(k) plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan with company match
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: MelbourneNucor Corporation is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Posted 2026-08-22

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