Nucor Brandenburg -Loader Operator​/General Laborer

• Location 200 West 3rd Street, Suite 300, Newport, KY, 41071, United States
• Employee Type Full Time

A C&B Marine Loader Operator is responsible for operating a loader or skid steer to clean and unload cargo. An ideal Loader Operator is a team player who can work in all weather conditions, enjoys learning new skills in a fast-paced environment, and is interested in a rewarding long-term career. Although this is an entry level position, those who can demonstrate a willingness to learn and work hard may be rewarded with advancement opportunities.

• Operate a loader or skid steer
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on loader or skid steer
• Rig loads for crane or excavator
• Inspect and maintain rigging
• Chip and paint
• Report all equipment failures or hazardous conditions to supervisor
• Ensure that all fire extinguishers are properly charged and tagged and that all other safety equipment is operational
• Maintain a clean and tidy personal quarter and workspace free of spillage and equipment that is not in use
• Shovel and sweep gunnels and hoppers
• Use a leaf blower to clean gunnels and hoppers
• Shingle for an extended period of time in a confined space
• Potentially use company vehicle to do a part run
• Handle line to secure barges
• Check and add fluids to machinery, grease equipment, change air filters and change oil
• Use hand and radio signals to direct crane/excavator
• Assist dry dock and rig workers as instructed
• Complete all other duties as directed by the supervisor, person-in-charge or his designate
• Perform all tasks in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard, OSHA, MSHA and C&B Marine safety and environmental policies

• No experience is necessary for the Loader Operator position but any experience with heavy machinery is preferred

• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of employment and maintain thereafter

A successful General Laborer should be able to do the following several times in a day:

• Operate a loader or skid steer using hand and foot controls
• Ascend and descend an 18-foot ladder while wearing a personal flotation device (PFD)
• Ascend and descend 4 flights of stairs without stopping or losing balance
• Fit through normal barge manhole that is 56.5-inches in circumference
• Transition to and from a small boat from a towing vessel with a 30-inch change in elevation while wearing a PFD
• Step up and down a 12 inch change in elevation without stopping or losing balance
• Walk safely on uneven decks while maintaining balance at all times
• Walk 1200 feet while carrying a 50-pound load
• Lift with legs to pick up a 50-pound load to the shoulder
• Step over deck fittings and objects on deck while maintaining balance
• Reach up 90-degrees with both arms while sitting and standing and pull downward
• Lift 50-pounds from waist to overhead
• Work while wearing a dust mask
• Be prepared to be clean shaven to wear full respiratory facemask

Upon receiving an offer of employment from C&B, employment is conditioned upon the new hire satisfying the below requirements:

• passing a background check
• providing proof of eligibility to lawfully work in the United States
• passing a pre-employment physical and drug screen