Loader Operator: Heavy Equipment & Salvage Yard

Lkq-Corporation; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401k with Generous Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance and Long‑(

Job summary

LKQ Corporation in Moses Lake, WA is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy machinery such as wheel loaders, car crushers, and forklifts to move salvage vehicles through the yard and inventory stages.

Must have 1+ years of heavy equipment experience, be tech‑savvy with scan guns/tablets, and able to communicate effectively with the team. Duties include grounds maintenance, snow removal, and ensuring regulatory compliance on site.

Qualifications

• Requires 1+ years of heavy equipment experience.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely to move salvage vehicles.
• Maintain facility grounds and perform snow removal.
• Update inventory using scan gun and tablet/phone.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Scan gun

Tablet/Phone apps

Inventory system

Job description

LKQ Corporation in Moses Lake, WA is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy machinery such as wheel loaders, car crushers, and forklifts to move salvage vehicles through the yard and inventory stages.

Must have 1+ years of heavy equipment experience, be tech‑savvy with scan guns/tablets, and able to communicate effectively with the team. Duties include grounds maintenance, snow removal, and ensuring regulatory compliance on site.