Loader Operator I

Ritchie Bros.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ritchie Bros. in Stouffville is seeking a Loader Operator to move vehicles with a front-end loader across our auction facility, loading and unloading trucks and preparing units for sale. You will help maintain yard flow and support efficient auction prep.

You will inspect equipment, document vehicle information, assist visitors, and follow safety procedures in all weather. This role requires teamwork, reliability, and a positive, safety-first approach to daily operations.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license and high school diploma (or equivalent).
• Able to work outdoors in all weather; physical demands apply.
• Forklift or front-end loader experience preferred.
• Live within 30-45 minutes of the Stouffville branch.
• Strong teamwork and upbeat demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Move vehicles with a front-end loader around the facility.
• Load and unload trucks delivering or picking up vehicles.
• Inspect equipment and perform basic maintenance to ensure safe operation.
• Maintain lot inventory of vehicles and parts.
• Document vehicle information and prep for sale (shrink wrap, steam cleaning).
• Assist visitors with guidance or direct to the appropriate person for help.
• Maintain safety by avoiding hazards while operating heavy equipment.
• Report policy violations to supervisory staff.

Skills

Front-end loader operation

Forklift experience

Safety-first mindset

Customer teamwork

Instructions follow

Physical stamina

Valid driver's license

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Volvo L90G/L90H experience

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

• 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 manage

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
• Candidates should live within 30-45 minutes of the Stouffville branch

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