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Nucor

Production Operator

Bourbonnais, IL

$60K/yr

Bend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders Basic Job Functions: * Must adhere to Nucor's safety programs and standards. * Demonstrate conduct consistent ...

Nucor

Production Operator

Bourbonnais, IL · On-site

$60K/yr

Bend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders Basic Job Functions: * Must adhere to Nucor's safety programs and standards. * Demonstrate conduct consistent ...

Nucor

Production Operator

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Bend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders Basic Job Functions: * Must adhere to Nucor's safety programs and standards. * Demonstrate conduct consistent ...

QXO

Project Manager - Rebar Detailing

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Project Manager - Rebar Detailing is responsible for managing reinforcing steel detailing projects from blueprint review through fabrication, delivery, and project completion. This role combines ...

Nucor

Production Worker

Burbank, WA · On-site

$13.08 - $20.30/hr

Bend, cut, bundle, and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders. You'll work with a mentor who will train you on safely using all machinery. Responsibilities • Unload ...

Nucor

Production Worker

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$14.56 - $23.26/hr

Bend, cut, bundle, and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders. You'll work with a mentor who will train you on safely using all machinery. Responsibilities Unload trailers ...

Nucor

Production Worker

Burbank, WA

$13.08 - $20.30/hr

Bend, cut, bundle, and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders. You'll work with a mentor who will train you on safely using all machinery. Responsibilities Unload trailers ...

Nucor

Production Worker

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$14.56 - $23.26/hr

Bend, cut, bundle, and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders. You'll work with a mentor who will train you on safely using all machinery. Responsibilities • Unload ...

QXO

Project Manager - Rebar Detailing

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Project Manager - Rebar Detailing is responsible for managing reinforcing steel detailing projects from blueprint review through fabrication, delivery, and project completion. This role combines ...

Hoffman Steel Services

Reinforcing Ironworker

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$23 - $30.25/hr

Hoffman Steel Services - Reinforcing Ironworker WORK DESCRIPTION:Constructs, erects, installs, and repairs structures and fixtures associated with concrete steel reinforcingusing Ironworker's hand ...

Nucor

Rebar Fabricator

Catawba, SC · On-site

Operate a shearing machine or a power saw to cut reinforcing steel bars to specific lengths, and a bending machine to bend reinforcing steel bars to specified shape. Operate overhead crane to move ...

Nucor

Rebar Fabricator

Boise, ID · On-site

A rebar production worker at Nucor Rebar Fabrication will bend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customers' orders. You'll work with a mentor who will train you on ...

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How much do reinforcing steel jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for reinforcing steel in the United States is $23.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $33.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a reinforcing steel?

A Reinforcing Steel job involves installing and securing steel bars, also known as rebar, to strengthen concrete structures like buildings, bridges, and roads. Workers in this role read blueprints, cut and bend rebar to required specifications, and use ties or welds to secure the steel in place. This job requires physical strength, attention to detail, and knowledge of construction safety standards.

What is a typical workday like for someone in a reinforcing steel position?

A typical workday for a reinforcing steel worker involves reading blueprints, measuring and cutting rebar to specified lengths, placing and securing steel bars or mesh in formwork, and tying them together using specialized tools. You will often work outdoors on construction sites as part of a larger crew, collaborating closely with concrete workers, supervisors, and other trades. The job can be physically demanding and may require working at heights or in various weather conditions. Over time, experienced reinforcing steel workers can progress to supervisory or foreman positions, offering opportunities for career advancement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the reinforcing steel position, and why are they important?

To thrive in reinforcing steel (rebar) work, you need strong manual dexterity, math skills for measurement and layout, and familiarity with construction safety procedures, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Use of tools like rebar benders, cutters, tying equipment, and sometimes an OSHA safety certification are common requirements. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure reinforcement is properly installed for structural integrity, safety, and successful project outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Reinforcing Steel job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,538 per year, or $23.8 per hour.

Production Operator

Nucor

Bourbonnais, IL

$60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 139 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

199th of 540 rated manufacturers

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Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication Midwest

Location: Bourbonnais, IL, 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.

Benefits:

Best Benefits in the Business!

  • Paid Weekly with Bonus and Profit Sharing 
  • Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities  
  • Paid Training
  • Company provided uniforms and PPE
  • Paid Vacation - 3 weeks after 1 year
  • Paid Holidays - 10 per year and 1 personal day
  • Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 year for teammates, $2625 for spouses
  • Scholarship Program - Every child of a Nucor teammate is eligible for $4000 per year
  • 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!  

Purpose:

Average annual earnings potential: $60,000+

Must pass hair follicle drug screen, including THC. 

Bend, cut, bundle and load reinforcing steel bars in accordance with customer's orders

Basic Job Functions:
  • Must adhere to Nucor's safety programs and standards.
  • Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor's vision and values.
  • Unload trailers and store material in storage bins.
  • Operate a shearing machine to cut reinforcing steel bars to specific lengths.
  • Operate a bending machine to bend reinforcing steel bars to specified shape.
  • Operate overhead crane to move, assemble and select material to be fabricated or shipped.
  • Operate Fabmatic machine that cuts and bends reinforcing steel bars to specified shapes.
  • Assemble and load orders onto trailers for shipping.
  • Operate power saw for cutting reinforcing steel bars to specified lengths.
  • Operate a spray gun in the application of epoxy touch up or reinforcing steel bars.
  • Maintain the shop or designated area in a clean and safe manner.
  • Assist other employees in any of the above tasks.
  • Other tasks as required by Supervisor.

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 Requirements:
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
  • Must have a high school diploma, GED or local/state equivalent
Preferences:
  • Must have basic math skills to be able to calculate bar measurements
Physical Demands:
  • Some heavy lifting may be necessary
  • Working conditions can be noisy/ dusty/ hot/ cold
Special Demands:
  • Due to the operating conditions of the position, this is a safety sensitive position
  • Must be able to work overtime when required
  • Must be able to work any shift

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.

Industry

Primary metal manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1905

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