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Nucor

Plant Operator - Ghent, KY

Ghent, KY · On-site

Relevant military, industrial gas/cryogenics, or continuous process facilities experience ... Why UIG Universal Industrial Gases, Inc. (UIG) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nucor and a well ...

Tobin Scientific

Account Executive

Peabody, MA · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

With over 600,000 square feet of storage space and a fully owned and operated fleet of 50 trucks, the combined organization offers seamless transportation of materials ranging from cryogenic to ...

Tobin Scientific

Account Executive

Peabody, MA · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

With over 600,000 square feet of storage space and a fully owned and operated fleet of 50 trucks, the combined organization offers seamless transportation of materials ranging from cryogenic to ...

Morrow Renewables LLC

Gas Plant Operator

Weatherford, TX · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

... the landfill owner and the surrounding community. Plant Operator Purpose: Responsible for ... Ability to operate, troubleshoot and maintain cryogenic plant equipment, including reciprocating ...

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How much do cryogenic owner operator jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average weekly pay for cryogenic owner operator in the United States is $4,395.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,403.85 and $6,538.46 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cryogenic owner operator?

A Cryogenic Owner Operator is an independent truck driver who specializes in transporting cryogenic liquids, such as liquid oxygen, nitrogen, or argon. These substances must be kept at extremely low temperatures and require specialized tanker trucks and handling procedures. As an owner-operator, you are responsible for maintaining your equipment, securing contracts, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This job demands a strong understanding of hazardous materials handling and adherence to strict transportation guidelines.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a cryogenic owner operator?

As a Cryogenic Owner Operator, your daily responsibilities include inspecting and maintaining your transport equipment, loading and unloading cryogenic liquids according to strict safety protocols, and meticulously documenting all shipments and regulatory compliance paperwork. You’ll also be responsible for route planning to meet delivery schedules, ensuring timely and efficient transportation. The role often requires close coordination with dispatchers, customers, and site technicians to resolve any loading, unloading, or logistical issues that may arise. Staying vigilant about safety and adherence to hazardous materials regulations is crucial in every aspect of your workday.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cryogenic owner operator?

To thrive as a Cryogenic Owner Operator, you need a commercial driver's license (CDL) with Hazmat and tanker endorsements, a thorough understanding of cryogenic liquids, and experience in transporting hazardous materials. Familiarity with cryogenic transport equipment, safety monitoring systems, and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations is essential. Strong attention to detail, safety mindset, and effective communication skills help operators navigate the complexities and risks of hauling sensitive cargo. These skills ensure both regulatory compliance and the safe, timely delivery of cryogenic materials critical to diverse industries.

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Infographic showing various Cryogenic Owner Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $228,575 per year, or $109.9 per hour.

Plant Operator - Ghent, KY

Nucor

Ghent, KY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Nucor rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 139 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

200th of 540 rated manufacturers

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Division: Universal Industrial Gases, LLC

Location: Ghent, KY, 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.

Best Benefits in the Business
  • Yearly UIG specific KPI bonus in addition to Nucor profit sharing
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays - 10 per year and 1 personal day
  • Prot Sharing - 1x year payout that averages around 17% of your annual earnings
  • Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 year for teammates, $2,625 for spouses
  • Scholarship Program - Every child of a Nucor teammate is eligible for $5,000 per year
  • Parental Leave
  • Low-cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Company matching 401(k) plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan - we match 10% of your purchase

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

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.

What You'll Do
  • Actively monitor and assess plant performance to ensure optimal efficiency, functionality, and safety standards.
  • Conduct rounds, surveying plant operations, grounds, and equipment.
  • Take readings on critical systems, observe functionality, and document any abnormalities for corrective action.
  • Use calibration standards, including inspection, testing, and measurement equipment, as well as calibration gas cylinders.
  • Perform routine analytical calibrations and adjustments.
  • Read and interpret technical drawings, P&ID's, manuals, and documentation to support plant operations and maintenance.
  • Safely execute planned maintenance tasks, ensuring equipment and systems are functioning optimally and safely.
  • Ensure adherence to FDA/QMS(Quality Management System) compliance programs, following cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices), applicable procedures, and UIG's internal quality systems.
What You'll Need
  • High School Diploma or GED. Associate's degree or technical school certification is preferred.
  • Relevant military, industrial gas/cryogenics, or continuous process facilities experience.
  • General knowledge of electrical and instrumentation equipment in process plant environments.
Why UIG

Universal Industrial Gases, Inc. (UIG) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nucor and a well-established, global engineer, constructor, supplier and operator of air separation plants and related equipment and services, based in Bethlehem, PA. UIG owns and operates production plants across the USA which supply both Nucor steel sites and third-party clients 24/7 with tonnage quantities of oxygen, nitrogen, and argon as well as exporting liquid cryogenic products by road tanker.

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

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Nucor Corporation is an American producer of steel and related products based in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is the largest steel producer in the United States, the largest "mini-mill" steelmaker (i.e. it uses electric arc furnaces to melt scrap steel as opposed to blast furnaces to melt iron), and the biggest recycler of scrap in North America. As of 2021, Nucor was the 15th-largest steel producer in the world.

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Primary metal manufacturing

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1905

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