Step Into the Cab: Your Day at CMC

Picture the start of your shift: pre-op checks complete, equipment inspection report submitted, you ease the overhead crane into motion. Working shoulder-to-shoulder with a tight-knit crew in our metals recycling yard, you move and sort scrap safely and efficiently so our mills and fabrication teams can keep building what connects our communities.

Why you’ll love working here

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
• Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
• $500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

What you’ll do

• Operate an overhead crane to move and stage scrap materials in a busy metals yard.
• Complete equipment inspection reports every shift and follow startup, shutdown, and emergency procedures.
• Live our Safety Culture: participate in CMC Safety Programs, wear required PPE, and stay alert to hazards—reporting unsafe conditions immediately.
• Communicate clearly with ground teams about production priorities, issues, and equipment needs.
• Perform minor/routine maintenance without assistance and assist maintenance personnel when requested.
• Troubleshoot work-related problems using your experience, job knowledge, and collaboration with others.
• Suggest improvements to methods and procedures to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in and around your work area every day.
• Carry out tasks assigned by operations support management safely and on time.

What it takes to thrive

• Team player in a fast-paced environment with strong work ethic, attention to detail, and solid organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated dependability in attendance and work completion, plus flexibility to meet business needs.
• Able to learn quickly and multitask.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs, and stand for extended periods.
• Comfort working around temperature extremes, chemicals, dust, fumes and mists, uneven surfaces, loud noise, elevated work areas, and confined spaces.
• Some overtime required; ability to work planned overtime and respond to unplanned emergencies.
• Willing to work a rotating shift that may include weekends and holidays.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Tools & Proficiency

• You should be proficient in: Crane Operation
• Machines & technologies you'll use: Crane, Overhead Crane

Grow your future

CMC is a Fortune 500 leader in steel and construction reinforcement. Join a team of innovators and doers building more sustainable infrastructure—bridges, roadways, and buildings across the world. If you’re ready for meaningful work with real impact, apply today.

CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.