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NSLA Material Handling Mechanic

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Nucor Steel Louisiana LLC

Convent, LA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/30/2026

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Job Description

NSLA Material Handling Mechanic 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Convent, LA 70723 Nucor Steel Louisiana LLC 705 reviews
Job Details Division:
Nucor Steel Louisiana LLC Location:
Convent, LA, United States Other Available Locations:
N/A 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.
Basic Job Functions:
We are looking to hire an experienced mechanic for our direct reduced iron (DRI) facility at Nucor Steel Louisiana, based in Convent, Louisiana. The Material Handling Mechanic performs preventive, routine, and breakdown maintenance on all equipment associated with the safe production of direct reduced iron. This position is responsible for coordinating and completing tasks to ensure reliable operation while developing and maintaining communication across multiple groups of plant personnel including contractors.
Major Job Duties:
Maintain plant equipment including material handling equipment Perform basic welding, fabrication, and maintenance Maintenance and repair of conveyor systems Maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems Perform computer data entry and preparation of documents Operate mobile equipment such as cranes, manlifts, forklifts, vehicles
Other Job Duties:
Responsible for the safety of the work area Perform housekeeping duties in the work area to include shoveling and sweeping Communicate with production, electricians, and other mechanics about the function of equipment Work with vendors to ensure adequate supply of materials and inputs 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.
Minimum Qualifications:
3 years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial facility
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in industrial maintenance of material handling systems and/or rotating equipment. (pumps, gearboxes, etc.) Experience in stick, mig, and tig welding techniques. Experience in construction, commissioning, and start-up of industrial equipment. Demonstrated computer skill set including experience with MS Word, Excel, and AutoCAD. Technical degree or technical certification. Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace