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Heavy Equipment Operator

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River Metals Recycling, a Nucor Company

Louisville, KY (In Person)

$80,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/21/2026

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Job Description

RMR is a proud part of Nucor Corporation. We are recognized as a good community citizen who is trustworthy, financially strong and environmentally proactive. Responsibilities for
Heavy Equipment Operator:
Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Operate mobile heavy equipment of various sizes and types (front end loader, grapple and magnet material handlers). Communicates over radio with team members for traffic coordination, production, and safety procedures. Perform daily inspections on equipment and report any defects or needed repairs to supervisor. Clean equipment as needed. Greet customers coming into the yard and direct them to the proper location to unload materials from their vehicles. Inspect material brought in by our customers for existence of non-acceptable items and ensure that those prohibited materials are not left on Company property. Examples are propane tanks, batteries, etc. Interact with customers and team members to facilitate a safe and productive yard environment. Qualifications for
Equipment Operator:
2+ years experience using a front-end loader, excavator or scrap handler in an industrial/outdoor work environment. Knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles. Ability to operate equipment under varying working conditions. Mechanical background a plus. Ability to effectively communicate in English. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency. Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations. Ability to communicate effectively with others and coordinate work activities as a team. Benefits We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package including paid training, bonus program, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, vacation, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with match, tuition reimbursement and other great benefits.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
Up to $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Experience:
excavator or scrap handler with grapple or magnet: 2 years (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Louisville, KY 40206 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Louisville, KY 40206: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person