Dismantler Assistant

LKQ Corporation; Cumberland (RI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

LKQ Corporation in Cumberland, RI is seeking motivated individuals to join the Processing Department to dismantle automobiles in a safe, efficient, and proper manner.

The role supports the Dismantler/Trainer, learns the dismantling system, and handles tagging and storing parts, with emphasis on safety and adherence to guidelines. Candidates with body repair or mechanical experience preferred; HS Diploma often required.

Qualifications

• Background in body repair, mechanical, or dismantling experience.
• May be required to own a set of tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dismantler/Trainer with dismantling vehicles.
• Learn and execute system of dismantling, tagging and storing parts.
• Work with Engine Dismantlers to learn engine dismantling.
• Adhere to safety standards to ensure a safe workplace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dismantling experience

Mechanical background

Body repair background

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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.

Pay: $21+ depending on experience

Responsible for performing day-to-day activities of the Processing Department following current federal, state/provincial, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing this facility, and as may be directed by the Production Manager to assure that the automobiles are dismantled in a safe, efficient, and proper manner.

Essential Job Duties

• Assist Dismantler/Trainer with dismantling vehicles.
• Learn and complete thesystem 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.

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.