Loader Operator I

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Inc.; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

15 days PTO

Job summary

IAA, an RB Global company, seeks a Loader Operator to move vehicles at our Culpeper facility, operating front-end loaders with safety as a priority. You will assist in loading/unloading, maintain equipment, and manage lot inventory.

Prior loader or automotive experience is valued; a valid license and high school diploma are required. This role involves outdoor work in varying weather and strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and high school diploma (or equivalent).
• Upbeat demeanor to ensure positive customer interactions; teamwork is crucial.
• Forklift/front-end loader experience (Volvo L90G/L90H) is a strong fit; automotive/collision repair background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end loader to move vehicles and equipment around the facility.
• Load and unload trucks delivering or picking up vehicles.
• Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance to ensure loader safety and functionality.
• Keep accurate lot inventory of vehicles and parts; document vehicle information.
• Assist visitors and guide them to the appropriate staff for help.
• Maintain a safe work environment and report safety violations immediately.

Skills

Driver's license

High school diploma

Loader experience

Automotive knowledge

Tools

Volvo L90G

Volvo L90H

Job description

About Us

IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA)

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.

RB Global full-time employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurances. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and RB Global will match 100% for the first 4% contributed. Employees will also receive 15 days of PTO each year.

About The Team

About the team - Yard Operations

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

IAA, an RB Global, Inc. Company, our Loader Operators are essential to the success of our branch operations. They utilize our front‑end loaders to maneuver vehicles around our facilities in preparation for auction.

While Loader Operators always focus on safety first, they understand the importance of a quick and smooth operation. As the frontline of IAA, this critical role enjoys learning new ways to use technology and being at the forefront of the auction industry in all our tools and resources.

Responsibilities

A day in the life:

• Utilizing a front‑end loader to move vehicles and other equipment around the IAA facility
• Loading and unloading trucks as they deliver or pick up vehicles
• Making sure our equipment is fully functional, by performing routine inspections and basic maintenance and ensuring the safe operating condition of the loader
• Being responsible for lot inventory of vehicles and parts
• Documenting and recording vehicle information, performing vehicle improvements (i.e shrink wrapping, steam cleaning, etc.), and light maintenance in preparation for sale
• Assisting visitors by providing appropriate guidance and/or advising them to the appropriate person for additional assistance
• Remaining calm, alert, and actively avoiding potential safety hazards or situations that may cause damage to property while operating a front‑end loader or other heavy equipment
• Constantly maintaining a safe work environment by immediately reporting any violations of company policy to a supervisor or manager

Qualifications

• Our requirements are that all candidates for this role must have a valid drivers' license and high school diploma (or equivalent). There are physical demands of this role, so please read them carefully and understand that this is no desk job
• An upbeat demeanor to ensure every customer interaction is positive is necessary! If you know about cars or have general mechanical knowledge, you will fit in great. Teamwork is incredibly important to our success!
• While it is not required, it would be great if you have:
• Candidates with a forklift or front‑end loader (Volvo L90G and L90H) operating experience have found this role to be an exceptionally great fit. Experience in the automotive and collision repair and/or related field is strongly preferred

Physical Demand Highlights

• Ability to apply appropriate use of security, maintenance, and safety procedures to protect Company and customer assets
• Ability to apply appropriate use of personal protective equipment (i.e., safety gloves, safety glasses)
• Ability to avoid accidents by recognizing potentially unsafe situations and responding appropriately when accidents occur
• Ability to follow appropriate industry-specific regulations related to the handling of hazardous materials
• Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull over 100 lbs
• Ability to constantly reach outward, handle and finger objects, stand, walk, and sit
• Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, climb, and crawl
• This position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area

Working Conditions

• This position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area