Automotive Salvage Yard Worker

PYP; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

PYP in Bradenton, Florida is seeking outdoor workers responsible for dismantling vehicles in a yard environment. Key duties include removing fluids and parts from vehicles, operating heavy machinery as needed, and complying with safety regulations. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be physically capable of lifting heavy materials, and willing to work in all weather conditions. Attention to detail and teamwork are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Must have the flexibility to work variable schedules, including weekends.
• Should not have any lifting restrictions and must not be afraid of heights.
• Must be able to move/lift up to 75 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Remove fluids, lubricants and components from vehicles safely.
• Set vehicles in the yard as assigned.
• Operate a forklift or loader to assist in moving vehicles.

Skills

General knowledge and ability to perform relatively simple work

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Ability to work in cooperation with others

Flexibility to work variable schedules

Education

High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent

Job description

Perform work outdoors in the yard; draining fluids and removing parts from vehicles in preparation for setting the vehicles in the yard.

• Remove all fluids, lubricants and components (ie: converters) as required in a safe and efficient manner to prep vehicles for setting in the yard.
• Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces
• Setting vehicles in the yard as assigned. Recording information on vehicles set accurately and in a timely manner.
• May operate a forklift or loader to assist in moving vehicles from process to the yard
• Clean out debris from vehicles before they go into processing area.
• Pull out batteries to be tested to be resold. Bring charged batteries to the retail area.
• Work with Loader Operator to stage vehicles or pull vehicles in yard properly
• Walk the yard and place debris in the cars being removed from the yard
• Dismantle tires
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Ensure all EPA and OSHA regulations are being met
• Wear all required PPE
• Comply with established company policies and procedures.
• Initiate and supports the continual improvement of the companies quality improvement system
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent desired.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• General knowledge and ability to perform relatively simple work.
• Must be able to work in cooperation with others.
• Must be attentive to detail and ensure accuracy in work assignments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
• Must have the flexibility to work variable schedules, including weekends

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

• This position requires individuals to constantly be on their feet except when operating machinery.
• Should not have any lifting restrictions and must not be afraid of heights.
• They must be able to stand for long periods, sit, walk, push, pull, bend, climb and be able to move/lift up to 75 pounds regularly.
• They must be able to climb ladders, stairs and withstand heights of more than 15 feet.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• This position is works outdoors in all weather conditions with no coverage.
• Should be able to tolerate high and low temperature levels.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.