Loader Operator: Heavy Equipment & Yard Specialist

Keystone Automotive Industries; Harrisville Township (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Paid parental leave

Fertility coverage

401k with company match

Life insurance

Short-term disability

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

LKQ Corporation seeks motivated teammates to operate heavy equipment and move salvage vehicles through all operation phases. You will maintain yard grounds, update the inventory system, and support daily work orders while complying with safety and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of heavy equipment experience, basic tech skills, and strong communication. This full-time, on-site role offers benefits and growth opportunities at LKQ.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in heavy equipment operations.
• Must have basic technology competence (scan gun, tablets).
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative; able to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely through all operation phases.
• Move salvage vehicles and manage yard tasks.
• Update inventory using scan gun/tablet regularly.
• Help ensure regulatory compliance and safety.
• Assist with loading/unloading, maintenance, and repairs.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Auto background

Technology aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

LKQ Corporation seeks motivated teammates to operate heavy equipment and move salvage vehicles through all operation phases. You will maintain yard grounds, update the inventory system, and support daily work orders while complying with safety and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of heavy equipment experience, basic tech skills, and strong communication. This full-time, on-site role offers benefits and growth opportunities at LKQ.