Automotive Dismantler Assistant

LKQ Corp

Moses Lake (WA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 30,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is seeking motivated individuals for a full-time role at our Moses Lake location. The position offers fixed pay of $21/hour and involves assisting with vehicle dismantling, tagging parts, and learning engine dismantling under supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and possibly owning a personal set of tools. The role emphasizes safety, clear procedures, and teamwork in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

Background in body repair, mechanical, or dismantling experience.
May be required to have own set of tools as needed to carry out duties.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Responsibilities

Assist Dismantler/Trainer with dismantling vehicles.
Learn and complete the system of dismantling, tagging and storing of all parts.
Work with Engine Dismantlers as needed to learn engine dismantling.
Comply with all safety standards and requirements to ensure a safe and hazard-free workplace.
Assume other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Read and follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Own set of tools

Job description

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be.

Fixed Pay: $21/hour

Essential Job Duties

Assist Dismantler/Trainer with dismantling vehicles.
Learn and complete the system of dismantling, tagging and storing of all parts.
Work with Engine Dismantlers as needed to learn engine dismantling.
Comply with all safety standards and requirements to ensure a safe and hazard-free workplace.
Assume other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

Background in either body repair, mechanical, or previous dismantling 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

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.

The employee 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).

Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

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