NSLA Material Handling Mechanic

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.