Branch Operations Assistant

RB Global Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

RB Global Inc. is seeking a Branch Operations Assistant in New Orleans, LA. You will address customer and branch inquiries under supervision, handle clerical duties, and assist with yard functions including loader operation to ensure accurate records on incoming vehicles and maintain them through the sale process.

The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Prior forklift experience and basic vehicle knowledge are a plus.

Qualifications

• Leadership and time-management skills are essential.
• Independent work ability required in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills are necessary.
• Willingness to learn forklift operation within 90 days.
• Knowledge of vehicles and basic automotive repair is preferred.
• Experience in equipment rental or construction is a plus.
• Experience with forklift operation is preferred.
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills with Excel/PowerPoint proficiency.
• Awareness of safety hazards around heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer support via mail, phone, and in person.
• Process orders and enter data into the system.
• Reference pricing and delivery information.
• Respond to customer questions, complaints, and requests.
• Handle word processing, filing, and clerical duties.
• Process all paperwork for auction day with supervisor approvals.
• Follow established procedures under supervision.
• Open to learning automobile titling.
• Assist with other office functions as needed.
• Record and file vehicle information during check-in.
• Detail vehicles to enhance auction appearance and value.
• Safely move vehicles around the facility.
• Assist visitors and direct to appropriate staff.
• Operate loader as needed within yard functions.
• Report policy violations to supervisor/manager.
• Serve as subject matter expert for Yard Attendants, Loader Operators, and Customer Service Representatives.
• Other duties as assigned by business needs.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Independent work

Problem solving

Communication

Forklift operation

Vehicle knowledge

Industry experience

Vehicle repair

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

The Branch Operations Assistant addresses all customer and branch inquiries under the direction of the Branch Supervisor and assigned Branch Manager including all clerical duties needed in the office, performing various yard functions, including Loader Operation, to ensure that all key information is recorded on incoming vehicles and assist with upkeep and maintenance of these vehicles throughout the sale process.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills.
• Superior time management skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong proficiency in problem resolution.
• Excellent professional communication skills to interact effectively with customers & towers – both verbal and written.
• Willing to learn how to operate a forklift (Within 90 days of starting position).
• General mechanical knowledge of makes and models of vehicles required.
• Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or related field preferred.
• Basic automotive repair skills preferred.
• Previous forklift operating experience.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills are required with above-average proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area.
• This position involves outdoor work in all types of weather.

Responsibilities

• Provide various customer support services through mail, telephone, and direct personal contact.
• Process orders and assignments and enter data into the computer system.
• Reference pricing and delivery information.
• Respond to customer questions, complaints, and requests.
• Perform word processing assignments, filing, and related clerical duties.
• Process all necessary paperwork for auction day, securing necessary approvals.
• Follow well-established procedures and under the close direction of the supervisor.
• Open to learning automobile titling.
• Assist with other office functions as needed.
• Vehicle check-in by recording and filing information on vehicles being assigned to the facility.
• Detail (thoroughly clean) vehicles to improve their appearance to enhance their value at auction.
• Safely operate passenger vehicles to move the vehicles around the facility and store them in the appropriate locations at the branch.
• Assist visitors by providing appropriate guidance and/or directing them to the appropriate person for additional assistance.
• Experienced loader operation.
• Able and willing to report all violations of company policy to a supervisor or manager, immediately.
• Subject matter expert for Yard Attendants, Loader Operators, and Customer Service Representatives
• Other duties as assigned per business needs.

Employer

IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. Leveraging leading-edge technology and focusing on innovation, IAA’s unique platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total-loss, damaged and low-value vehicles. IAA serves a global buyer base – located throughout over 170 countries – and a full spectrum of sellers, including insurers, dealerships, fleet lease and rental car companies, and charitable organizations. Buyers have access to multiple digital bidding and buying channels, innovative vehicle merchandising, and efficient evaluation services, enhancing the overall purchasing experience. IAA offers sellers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at maximizing vehicle value, reducing administrative costs, shortening selling cycle time and delivering the highest economic returns.

RB Global full-time employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurances. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and RB Global will match 100% for the first 4% contributed. Employees will also receive 15 days of PTO each year.

Recruiting Organization

We conduct hundreds of live auctions each year around the world. It takes a hardworking team of energetic people in a wide variety of full-time and part-time roles to conduct a successful multi-million dollar auction – from equipment inspectors, yard managers and operators to administrative staff and customer service representatives.

EEO Information

Ritchie Bros. is an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with all applicable laws. This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Candidate selection is made by Talent Acquisition.