Loader Operator I

Ritchie Bros. Group; Whitchurch-Stouffville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Loader Operator I to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will operate heavy equipment and trucks, ensuring smooth auction setups and providing excellent customer service. The position emphasizes safety and teamwork, making it ideal for those who thrive in collaborative environments. If you have a passion for working with heavy machinery and enjoy helping others, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced auction setting. Join a company that values innovation and dedication, and contribute to creating memorable experiences for customers.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment and trucks safely.
• Strong communication skills in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and trucks for auction setup.
• Assist customers with loading equipment purchases.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Computer Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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

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

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operating all types of heavy equipment and trucks.
• Accountable for helping to set up equipment in the yard for auctions.
• Help customers load their equipment purchases, and answer their questions related to the yard.
• Actively support the RB Unreserved Commitment to Safety: to send everyone home, every day, the way they came to work, by taking personal responsibility for your safety and safety of your team, co-workers and customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Able to operate a large 36,000 lbs forklift is an asset.
• Good spoken and written English is required.
• Good computer skills and able to learn new programs quickly.
• A track-record of working safely, and helping others work safely, too.
• You must be able to relate well with customers and team members.
• You like to work in a team, helping out wherever needed; but you can also self-start and work on your own.
• Organized, and can handle lots of multiple tasks at once.
• A high level of attention to detail.

Job Info

• Job Identification 4005
• Posting Date 04/03/2025, 11:56 AM
• Locations 535 Wentworth St W, Oshawa, ON, L1J 6G5, CA (On-site)