Loader Operator: Heavy Equipment & Yard Operations

LKQ Corp.; Ohio; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

401k with company match

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

LKQ Corp. in Ohio seeks a loader operator to handle salvage vehicles, perform inspections, and support yard operations. You will use a wheel loader, car crusher, and other equipment while updating inventory via scan tools and tablets. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred candidates have 1+ year of heavy equipment experience, basic tech skills, and solid communication. On-site position with full-time hours and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Basic technology competence (scan gun, tablet/phone).
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to move salvage vehicles through phases of operation.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and safety checks.
• Assist with yard operations, inventory updates, and part pulls.
• Communicate delays or issues to management promptly.
• Maintain yard cleanliness and equipment readiness.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Automotive background

Tech savvy

Safety-minded

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

LKQ Corp. in Ohio seeks a loader operator to handle salvage vehicles, perform inspections, and support yard operations. You will use a wheel loader, car crusher, and other equipment while updating inventory via scan tools and tablets. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred candidates have 1+ year of heavy equipment experience, basic tech skills, and solid communication. On-site position with full-time hours and competitive benefits.