Heavy Equipment Operator

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Division: Trademark Metals Recycling LLC

Location: Ocala , FL , United States    

Other Available Locations: N/A

Operate Big Iron. Earn Big. Build a Real Career.

If you’ve got experience on cranes, loaders, or heavy equipment and you want a job that pays you what you’re worth — this is it. At Trademark Metals Recycling, our Heavy Equipment Operators are essential to keeping the yard running at full speed. You’ll move serious iron, load trucks and railcars, and keep production rolling every single day. Backed by Nucor — a Fortune 150 company — you’ll get weekly pay, production bonuses, and benefits that start in 30 days. Bring your experience. Build your future.

Top Benefits - Why You'll Want to Work Here

Average annual earnings: $77,000+

(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

Go to www.Nucor.com/benefits to learn more!  

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 heavy equipment including cranes, loaders, and similar machines — safely and efficiently

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

Jump on small equipment — forklifts or skid steers — when the job calls for it

Handle general labor duties including 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 support teammates wherever you’re needed

You’ll be running the heaviest equipment on the yard — your skill and hustle directly drive production. The harder you work, the more you earn. 3 years of heavy equipment experience required.

Job Requirements - What We're Looking For

Minimum 3 years of heavy equipment operation experience — preferably in scrap metal, construction, or manufacturing

Hands-on experience with cranes, loaders, or similar heavy machinery

Strong knowledge of heavy equipment operating principles, hazards, and safety precautions

Mechanically inclined — able to spot issues and keep equipment running right

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.

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