Automotive Dismantler

LKQ

Northern (KY)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k with Generous Company Match
Employee Discounts

Job summary

LKQ is hiring a Dismantler to remove high-quality auto parts safely and efficiently. The role requires repairing and dismantling vehicles, labeling parts for stock, and maintaining personal tools.

Starting pay is $25 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule, some Saturdays and overtime may be required. High school diploma or GED preferred; hands-on automotive experience is essential.

Qualifications

  • Hands-on automotive repair experience required.
  • May be required to have own set of tools.
  • Preferred: High School Diploma/GED.

Responsibilities

  • Dismantle vehicles within suggested time constraints in a safety-conscious manner.
  • Label and tag parts to be placed into stock.
  • Check the quality and product type of the parts.
  • Must own and maintain all the tools necessary.
  • Assume other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automotive repair
Reading instructions
Basic math
Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Own set of tools

Job description

Starting pay $25/hr. Automotive Mechanic experience required. Must have own set of tools. Mon - Fri 7am - 4pm. Some Saturdays and OT required.

Position:

The Dismantler is responsible for properly removing all high-quality auto parts and usable core parts in a safe, efficient, and proper manner.

Essential Job Duties:
  • Dismantle vehicles within the suggested time constraints in a safety-conscious manner.
  • Label and tag parts to be placed into stock.
  • Check the quality and product type of the parts.
  • Must own and maintain all the tools necessary.
  • Assume other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:

Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Must have hands‑on automotive repair experience.
  • May be required to have own set of tools as needed to carry out duties.
Preferred Requirements:
  • High School Diploma/GED.
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.
  • Follows standard procedures with no decision-making involved.
  • Uses guidance/guidelines provided by supervisor/manager.
  • Assignments/priorities provide by supervisor/manager.
Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment:
  • Occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods.
  • May be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment.
  • Must be able to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles that may require getting into awkward positions.
  • May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.
  • Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).
  • Frequent exposure to contaminants such as fuel or exhaust.
  • May occasionally wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed.
  • May need to work in cramped spaces that could require getting into awkward positions.
  • May be exposed to extreme temperatures, extreme lighting, and high noise levels.
  • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Benefits:
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Fertility Coverage
  • 401k with Generous Company Match
  • Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • PNC Daily Pay Option
Company Culture

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals. Leading With Innovation As a Fortune 500 leader (#318), LKQ is at the industry’s forefront, operating across 25 countries with over 1,600 locations. Join us to shape the future of vehicle repair and customization, where your impact resonates globally. Accelerate Your Career at LKQ Join LKQ, a global force of over 51,000 strong across 1,700 locations. Here, you are a part of a community that drives our success and your career forward. Embrace the opportunity to grow, innovate, and lead the industry with us. Connect With Your Future Let’s discover what you bring to LKQ. Share your talents and aspirations with our recruiters. If there’s a fit, we’ll reach out to explore the possibilities together. Your career journey starts with a conversation. Shape the Future with LKQ Embark on a journey where your work makes a tangible impact on the industry and beyond. LKQ offers a challenging yet rewarding career path filled with opportunities to grow, innovate, and contribute to a sustainable future. At LKQ, you're not just joining a team; you're stepping into a role where you can truly thrive. Start your career with us and discover where your journey can take you.

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