Entry Level Forklift Operator I (Manheim)

Cox; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Leave options (bereavement/jury)

Job summary

Cox is seeking a versatile Lot Specialist in the Kansas City area to load and move vehicles using forklifts and tow equipment. You will verify stock numbers on-screen with the actual vehicle, relocate cars to staging areas, and assist with inspections and transport.

The role requires adherence to safety procedures and may involve overtime during busy periods. Typical duties include operating multiple vehicle-handling tools, performing routine equipment checks, and coordinating with teams to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, or under 2 years related experience.
• Safe drivers required; valid driver's license must be held.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload, rearrange, and maneuver forklift/loader with 18-foot forks.
• Read stock numbers on screen and verify with the vehicle before loading.
• Move vehicles to inventory staging, sale stalls, or storage as directed.
• Operate tow truck, service vehicle, gas truck and forklift on the lot.
• Move vehicles into garage or sheltered areas for inspections or repairs.
• Load vehicles on transports for off-lot delivery.
• Scans vehicles with the TC75 and reports location data.
• Provide towing and jump-start assistance as requested.

Skills

Forklift operation

Tow truck operation

Vehicle loading/unloading

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

2 years related experience (preferred)

Tools

TC75 scanner

Job description

Job Details:

• Safely load, unload, rearrange, and maneuver Forklift/Loader with 18-foot forks throughout the auction lot
• Read stock numbers on the computer screen and verify the stock number and vehicle information directly from vehicle before loading onto forks
• Move vehicles to inventory staging, sale stalls, or storage as determined by lot location paperwork or computer screens
• Operates tow truck, service vehicle, gas truck and forklift on the auction lot and in different locations as needed.
• Move vehicles into the garage or other sheltered areas for insurance inspections, vehicle repairs, or as requested by the supervisor
• Load vehicles on transports or fleet trucks for transportation off of the lot
• May need to present data to other teams and management.
• Operates a tow truck to provide tow service to customer vehicles on the SAAA parking lot and in different locations as needed. May require the use of dollies.
• Operates a front-end loader to provide a loading and unloading service for the customers. As well as move vehicles around the lot for auction shops.
• Properly affixes tow truck and front-end loader to vehicle needing tow, assuring that the vehicle will not be damaged or cause any danger to others in the towing process. Releases vehicle from the tow truck and assures that vehicle is left in a safe, immobile manner.
• In a safe and courteous manner, hauls vehicles to directed areas.
• Scans every towed vehicle using the TC75 to the location where the vehicle has been delivered.
• Assists employees and customers with towing and jump-starting vehicle battery, as requested via phone or in person.
• As appropriate, assist in unlocking customer vehicles, jump-starting, or locating using Lot Vision.
• Tows vehicles requiring towing service to the Mechanic shop as requested.
• Removes customer and employee vehicles parked incorrectly or in unsafe manner to customer lot as requested.
• Performs routine maintenance checks on tow truck and front-end loader to have (i.e., oil changes, lubes, filter changes, tire changes).
• Operate truck and front-end loader in compliance with safety regulations.
• May assist lot operations when not operating tow truck and in sale day activities.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Run reports to move vehicles into the sale TRA area for auction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED preferred, OR less than 2 years of related work experience.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.

Benefits:

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

USD 15.10 - 22.69 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $15.10 - $22.69/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets