Loader Operator: Hands-On Heavy Equipment Career Growth

LKQ Corp.; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Fertility Coverage

401k with Generous Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance and Long‑​

Job summary

LKQ Corp. in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Loader Operator to safely move salvage vehicles and support yard operations. You will use wheel loaders, forklifts, and related equipment, perform pre-operational inspections, and help maintain inventory accuracy.

This role requires 1+ years of heavy equipment experience, basic tech skills with tablets, and good communication. You will work with dispatch to meet daily work orders, comply with safety rules, and assist with site maintenance and regulatory

Qualifications

• 1+ years of heavy equipment operation experience.
• Basic technology competence (scan gun, tablet/phone apps).
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operational inspections and safe equipment operation.
• Move salvage vehicles and support yard operations.
• Update inventory using scan gun and tablet/phone.
• Communicate with dispatch and management about delays.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Automotive background

Technology competence

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Scan gun

Tablet/Phone apps

Job description

LKQ Corp. in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Loader Operator to safely move salvage vehicles and support yard operations. You will use wheel loaders, forklifts, and related equipment, perform pre-operational inspections, and help maintain inventory accuracy.

This role requires 1+ years of heavy equipment experience, basic tech skills with tablets, and good communication. You will work with dispatch to meet daily work orders, comply with safety rules, and assist with site maintenance and regulatory