Loader Operator I

Ritchie Bros.; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

IAA, an RB Global, Inc. company, is seeking a Loader Operator to support yard operations across our facilities. You will maneuver vehicles with a front-end loader, perform loading/unloading duties, and assist with prep work for sale in a fast-paced auction environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, keeping accurate lot records, and ensuring safety compliance while working outdoors in varied weather conditions. A valid license and high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Positive attitude and upbeat demeanor to ensure great customer interactions.
• Teamwork is essential for success in a fast-paced yard environment.
• Forklift or front-end loader experience is preferred, automotive/repair knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end loader to move vehicles and equipment around the facility.
• Load and unload trucks delivering or picking up vehicles.
• Perform routine inspections and light maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain accurate lot inventory of vehicles and parts.
• Document vehicle information and perform minor prep for sale (e.g., shrink wrapping, steam cleaning).
• Assist visitors with guidance and direct them to the right contact person.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Customer service oriented

Teamwork

Mechanical knowledge

Forklift/Loader experience (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Front-end loader operation (Volvo L90G/L90H)

Job description

About Us

IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA)

IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. Leveraging leading-edge technology and focusing on innovation, IAA's unique platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total-loss, damaged and low-value vehicles. IAA serves a global buyer base - located throughout over 170 countries - and a full spectrum of sellers, including insurers, dealerships, fleet lease and rental car companies, and charitable organizations. Buyers have access to multiple digital bidding and buying channels, innovative vehicle merchandising, and efficient evaluation services, enhancing the overall purchasing experience. IAA offers sellers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at maximizing vehicle value, reducing administrative costs, shortening selling cycle time and delivering the highest economic returns.

About The Team

About the team - Yard Operations

We conduct hundreds of live auctions each year around the world. It takes a hardworking team of energetic people in a wide variety of full-time and part-time roles to conduct a successful multi-million dollar auction - from equipment inspectors, yard managers and operators to administrative staff and customer service representatives.

Job Description

We are offering a $1,500 sign on bonus for this role.

Please note: If you are a temporary worker or an internal employee working for RB Global you do not qualify for this bonus.

IAA, an RB Global, Inc. Company, our Loader Operators are essential to the success of our branch operations. They utilize our front-end loaders to maneuver vehicles around our facilities in preparation for auction.

While Loader Operators always focus on safety first, they understand the importance of a quick and smooth operation. As the frontline of IAA, this critical role enjoys learning new ways to use technology and being at the forefront of the auction industry in all our tools and resources

Responsibilities

• Utilizing a front-end loader to move vehicles and other equipment around the IAA facility
• Loading and unloading trucks as they deliver or pick up vehicles
• Making sure our equipment is fully functional, by performing routine inspections and basic maintenance and ensuring the safe operating condition of the loader
• Being responsible for lot inventory of vehicles and parts
• Documenting and recording vehicle information, performing vehicle improvements (i.e shrink wrapping, steam cleaning, etc.), and light maintenance in preparation for sale
• Assisting visitors by providing appropriate guidance and/or advising them to the appropriate person for additional assistance
• Remaining calm, alert, and actively avoiding potential safety hazards or situations that may cause damage to property while operating a front-end loader or other heavy equipment
• Constantly maintaining a safe work environment by immediately reporting any violations of company policy to a supervisor or manager

Qualifications

• Our requirements are that all candidates for this role must have a valid drivers' license and high school diploma (or equivalent). There are physical demands of this role, so please read them carefully and understand that this is no desk job
• An upbeat demeanor to ensure every customer interaction is positive is necessary! If you know about cars or have general mechanical knowledge, you will fit in great. Teamwork is incredibly important to our success!
• While it is not required, it would be great if you have:
• Candidates with a forklift or front-end loader (Volvo L90G and L90H) operating experience have found this role to be an exceptionally great fit. Experience in the automotive and collision repair and/or related field is strongly preferred
• Physical Demand Highlights:
• Ability to apply appropriate use of security, maintenance, and safety procedures to protect Company and customer assets
• Ability to apply appropriate use of personal protective equipment (i.e., safety gloves, safety glasses)
• Ability to avoid accidents by recognizing potentially unsafe situations and responding appropriately when accidents occur
• Ability to follow appropriate industry-specific regulations related to the handling of hazardous materials
• Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull over 100 lbs
• Ability to constantly reach outward, handle and finger objects, stand, walk, and sit
• Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, climb, and crawl
• This position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area

Working Conditions

• This position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area

This position is to fill an existing vacancy.