Loader Operator

About the role

The Loader Operator will contribute to the production team to ensure goals are met safely and efficiently while conforming to company policies.

Responsibilities

• Process vehicles in a safe manner to produce core & scrap products, enable customers to pull parts, and satisfy environmental requirements.
• Focus on Front Loader operation and various material handling duties.
• Operate a Front Loader, Crusher, Fork Lift or Skid Steer to move vehicles, cores, scrap, and other material safely through the yard.
• Ensure loads are positioned and placed securely.
• Use various tool attachments to segregate and dismantle light passenger vehicles.
• Perform pre‑operations checks and other inspections/cleaning on a Front Loader, Crusher, Fork Lift or Skid Steer as prescribed in the Certification course.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience in automotive repair or dismantling.
• Experience with automotive parts and/or retail customers.
• Experience with tools and machinery.
• Bilingual in English & Spanish.

Skills

• Standing, walking, bending, climbing and stretching required outside in the weather for extended periods during the shift.
• Ability to sit for 6‑8 hours per day in 2‑3 hour intervals.
• Manual dexterity to handle tools and ability to move 50 pounds regularly required.
• Good hand‑eye coordination and motor skills sufficient to safely operate fork lift equipment in an active work area.
• Regular and peripheral vision sufficient to safely operate fork lift equipment and perform job functions.
• Hearing sufficient to safely operate fork lift equipment in an active work area.

Job Conditions

• Exposure on a regular basis to outdoor weather conditions.
• Periodic exposure to minimal chemical hazards.