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Loader Operator

Houston, TX

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Mount Airy, MD · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Huntsville, AL

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Austin, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Mount Airy, MD · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Oklahoma City, OK

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Dayton, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Support dismantling and yard operations. Use a scan gun and tablet/phone to update the inventory ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift, etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Dayton, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Support dismantling and yard operations. Use a scan gun and tablet/phone to update the inventory ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift, etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Nashville, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Support dismantling and yard operations. Use a scan gun and tablet/phone to update the inventory ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

North Charleston, SC · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

North Charleston, SC · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

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Loader Operator

Nashville, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Support dismantling and yard operations. Use a scan gun and tablet/phone to update the inventory ... Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check ...

Outlast

Procurement Specialist - Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$100K/mo

... car. Outlast is poised for explosive growth, completing several rounds of funding and landing ... THE ROLE We're looking for a Procurement Specialist to own scrap aluminum purchasing for Outlast.

LKQ Corporation

Loader Operator

Casa Grande, AZ · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Support dismantling and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update the inventory ... Equipment operated may include a wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, backhoe, forklift, etc.

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Loader Operator

Moses Lake, WA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Support dismantling and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update the inventory ... Equipment operated may include awheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, backhoe, forklift, etc.

LKQ

Loader Operator

Casa Grande, AZ · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Support dismantling and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update the inventory ... Equipment operated may include a wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, backhoe, forklift, etc.

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How much do car scrap yard jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for car scrap yard in the United States is $17.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a car scrap yard?

A Car Scrap Yard job involves dismantling, sorting, and recycling vehicles that are no longer in use. Workers may remove valuable parts for resale, drain fluids safely, and process metal for recycling. The role requires basic mechanical skills, knowledge of hazardous material handling, and safe use of tools and machinery. Some positions also involve customer service, helping people find used auto parts. It’s a hands-on job that contributes to environmental sustainability by reducing waste and repurposing materials.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working at a car scrap yard?

Daily responsibilities at a car scrap yard usually include receiving and inspecting vehicles, safely dismantling and sorting usable parts, operating heavy machinery to move or process vehicles, and managing inventory of parts and scrap materials. Employees might also interact with customers or vendors who are looking to purchase used parts or scrap metals. Work is often hands-on and outdoors, requiring adherence to safety protocols and close coordination with a team. This dynamic environment offers the opportunity to build valuable technical skills and contributes directly to recycling and sustainability efforts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the car scrap yard position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Car Scrap Yard role, you need mechanical aptitude, knowledge of vehicle components, and experience with tools and heavy machinery, often gained through on-the-job training or a background in automotive repair. Familiarity with inventory management systems and equipment such as forklifts or car lifts is typically required, and certifications in hazardous materials handling may be advantageous. Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and effective teamwork make an individual stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are important to efficiently process vehicles, ensure workplace safety, and contribute to a productive, organized operation.

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Infographic showing various Car Scrap Yard job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Full Time, 59% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,736 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

Loader Operator

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Houston, TX

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Description

Operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner to move salvage vehicles through all phases of the operation, maintain facility grounds. Help ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations. Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on location of vehicles. Help ensure fulfillment of daily work orders. Communicate written and verbally with management and other team members. Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Job Duties

  •  Perform preoperational inspections to ensure equipment is safe for work. 
  •  Operate equipment in a safe and courteous manner in work area with pedestrians and other vehicle traffic. Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc...
  •  Check fluids each day equipment is used and lubricate equipment at recommended intervals. Communicate any findings and equipment hours to management. 
  •  Prioritize and plan work load to prevent delays to operations. 
  •  Use long and short auto salvage forks on wheel loader to unload car haulers and stage upcoming cars for inventory, dismantle and cuts. 
  •  Use bucket to remove snow, spread stone and maintain grounds such as access roads, water drainage, vehicle holding areas and salvage yard. 
  •  Assist with regulation compliance and quality assurance of dismantled vehicles before unloading from bay and placing in the salvage yard. 
  •  Load Processing rack with unprocessed cars. Process and crush vehicles that have reached their useful life and load onto scrap haulers for final disposal. 
  •  Assist with safety and regulation compliance for facility in general. Maintain location accuracy and integrity of vehicles placed in the yard. 
  •  Perform tasks assigned by dispatch which may include: location checks, part checks, part pulls etc. Communicate delays and problems promptly with management and affected coworkers. 
  •  Assume other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education & Experience 

  •  1+ years of experience.
  •  Must have heavy equipment operations experience and some automotive background. 
  •  Must possess basic technology competence (scan gun, tablet/phone applications). 
  •  Must have good oral and written communication skills. 
  •  Must possess the ability to stay calm, cool and collected in a high pressure fast paced work environment. 
  •  Must work well with others.

Preferred Requirements

  •  High School Diploma/GED.
  •  Previous heavy equipment operating, some computer skills, general maintenance and understanding of mechanical equipment. 
  •  Understanding of automotive components and disassembly. 
  •  Experience in rigging/lifting operations a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities 

  •  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 
  •  Basic computer skills
  • Basic messages communicated orally. May write brief messages and keep simple records.
  • Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.
  • Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area.
  • Results are defined; sets personal own goals and determines how to achieve results with few or no guidelines to follow; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction.
  • Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment 

  •  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods of time.
  •  The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.
  •  Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

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