Bilingual Production Team Member | Auto Salvage & Recycling

Pull-A-Part, LLC.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pull-A-Part, LLC. is seeking a Bilingual Production Team Member to join their auto salvage and recycling team. This position focuses on customer service, safety practices, and general facility maintenance while offering competitive benefits including low-cost health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Benefits

Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Free Life Insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Employee referral bonus of $500

Qualifications

• Commitment to friendly, helpful, customer service.
• Basic automotive mechanic knowledge.
• Basic knowledge of auto parts.

Responsibilities

• Focus on safety and environmental standards.
• Provide friendly customer service.
• Prepare vehicles for processing.

Skills

Customer service

Basic automotive mechanic knowledge

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Experience with hand and power tools

Job description

“When your car doesn’t work, your life doesn’t work!” That’s our motto here at Pull-A-Part. We help our customers overcome automotive challenges every day! We are seeking happy, goal-oriented individuals who enjoy assisting people with their automotive issues to join our team. If you want to grow with a customer-focused company, our Bilingual Production Team Member | Auto Salvage & Recycling position could be your next career move.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to our Pull-A-Part store location, your responsibilities will include:

• Focusing on "Safety First" and "Environmental Stewardship" by adhering to environmental, health, and safety standards
• Performing daily tasks with a positive attitude aligned with our core values: Respect, Help, Learn & Grow
• Maintaining cleanliness and appearance of the facility and work area
• Providing friendly, helpful, and professional customer service
• Following the Company Playbook, including policies, safety guidelines, and SOPs
• Wearing appropriate dress code and PPE
• Inspecting equipment and tools daily, reporting defects or repairs needed
• Performing general maintenance on equipment and facilities as directed
• Operating hand tools and fixed equipment such as air compressors, hydraulic shears, etc.
• Operating industrial equipment (if trained), including loaders, forklifts, crushers
• Preparing vehicles for processing by removing trash and auto parts
• Safely removing vehicle fluids, electrical components, catalytic converters, etc.
• Ensuring vehicles are properly secured during transport and dismantling
• Cleaning tools daily and organizing inventory
• Meeting personal and team performance goals
• Working production hours, possibly including overtime, weekends, and holidays
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions
• Learning new skills, assisting teammates, and completing other salvage and recycling tasks as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commitment to friendly, helpful, customer service
• Basic automotive mechanic knowledge
• Basic knowledge of auto parts
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Basic computer skills and ability to use mobile devices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
• Ability to follow SOPs and work safely with minimal supervision
• Experience with hand and power tools
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, lift 50 lbs, and stretch
• Reliable transportation
• Preferred: Maintenance experience on heavy equipment like loaders, hydraulics, forklifts

BENEFITS:

• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and dependents
• Free Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Paid holidays and vacation based on tenure
• On-the-job training and development
• Employee referral bonus of $500
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial wellness, and more

ABOUT PULL-A-PART:

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Pull-A-Part operates 36 auto parts stores nationwide, transforming junkyards into sustainable recycling businesses focused on environmental responsibility and customer service. Learn more at: https://about.pullapart.com

CORE VALUES:

We value Respect, Help, Learn, and Grow—building a team that cares about our customers and community, and supports personal and professional development.