Environmental Operator

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Division: Nucor Steel Tuscaloosa, Inc.

Location: Tuscaloosa, AL, 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:

The Environmental Operator is first and foremost responsible for ensuring the safety of themselves and the team and helping to lead in the continuous improvement of the safety practices across the division.  In addition, the Environmental Operator is responsible for the compliance with State and Federal environmental regulations through the operation and maintenance of baghouses, water systems, and all other associated equipment.  In addition, the position will focus on maintaining continuity between shifts in areas such as project management and planning down day/outage jobs. The Environmental Operator will also participate in various inspections, visible emission observations, water chemistry testing, radiation detection, spill response, housekeeping, and other environmentally related tasks.

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:

2 years of steel mill or heavy industrial experience

Proven self-starter that has demonstrated mechanical ability

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong Mechanical and/or Electrical background

Experience with water systems operations: including water treatment, water chemistry analysis, installation and operation of equipment

Experience with pollution control equipment (e.g., baghouses)

HAZWOPER, RCRA, DOT, and EPA Method 9 Training

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace