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Loader Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$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

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$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

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/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

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

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

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$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

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

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

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

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/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

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

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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How much do entry level car scrap yard jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level 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.

How do you become an entry level car scrap yard?

To become an entry-level worker at a car scrap yard, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should be comfortable working outdoors and in a physically demanding environment. Basic knowledge of vehicle parts and safety procedures is helpful, and some employers may require a valid driver's license or forklift certification. On-the-job training is common for new employees to learn specific processes and safety protocols.

What is the difference between Entry Level Car Scrap Yard vs Entry Level Auto Parts Recycler?

AspectEntry Level Car Scrap YardEntry Level Auto Parts Recycler
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic knowledge of vehicle partsHigh school diploma or equivalent; familiarity with auto parts
Work EnvironmentOutdoor scrapyard, physical labor, exposure to weatherIndoor/outdoor, sorting and inspecting auto parts
Industry UsageScrapping and dismantling vehicles for metal recyclingRecovering usable auto parts for resale or reuse

Both roles involve working with vehicles and auto parts, but the Car Scrap Yard focuses on dismantling vehicles for scrap metal, while Auto Parts Recyclers specialize in sorting and reselling usable parts. The skills and environment are similar, making them common comparison points for entry-level positions in auto recycling industries.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Car Scrap Yard job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 35% Full Time, 60% Part Time, and 5% 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 • On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

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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