Lot Driver

Carvana; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Wellness program

Opportunities to expand skill set

Job summary

ADESA is seeking a Lot Driver to move and park vehicles for weekly auctions, verify VINs, and support customer-facing activities on site. The role requires a clean background and valid driver's license, with outdoor work that spans all weather conditions.

You will work with the operations team to track and locate vehicles using AuctionTrac, Cargo, and AMS, ensuring efficient lot movement. Schedule is Monday–Friday, with hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00/5:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be qualified to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver's license.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Ability to work outdoors under any type of weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Move vehicles to designated areas and park in correct lot areas.
• Drive vehicles through auction lanes on sale day when required.
• Verify VINs against transportation requests.
• Interact with dealers, account reps, and co-workers professionally.
• Use AuctionTrac, Cargo, and AMS to track vehicle locations.
• Monitor lot conditions to facilitate smooth movement and sale cadences.

Skills

Valid drivers license

Basic computer skills

Outdoor work capability

Ability to drive a standard-shift

Tools

AuctionTrac

Cargo

AMS

Job description

Job Description

Pay Range: $17-$17.50 hourly

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00/5:30 PM

**Clean Background & Valid Drivers License w/ Clean Driving Record Required**

The Lot Driver operates motor vehicles on and off the premises for transport, pickup and delivery in support of auction activities and does Lot Assistant duties as described below. Safely move, stage, and park vehicles in the correct lot area to support the flow of vehicles for the car auction.

• Drive vehicles to and from designated areas, as well as pick up and deliver vehicles while observing auction driving rules, rules of the road and demonstrating courteous and defensive driving principles.
• Drive assigned vehicles through auction lanes on sale day.
• Verify VIN of cars being picked up and or delivered against transportation requests.
• Line up and park vehicles in the correct order as directed by the Lot Manager, Team Leader or designated supervisor.
• If necessary, inflate tires and jump-start vehicles using a battery box and air tank.
• Fill the gas tank when the vehicle is out of gas.
• Assist customers such as dealers, account reps, and co-workers as needed.
• Perform walk-around each vehicle prior to moving vehicle and note damage.
• Works closely with other members of the ADESA operations team to ensure that all ADESA wholesale vehicles are located in the proper areas of the lot and moved as needed.
• Move vehicles between operational staging areas as needed
• Uses electronic devices and Auction tracking tools (AuctionTrac, Cargo, AMS) to track vehicles and update vehicle locations.
• Locate missing vehicles and ensure that all vehicles registered for the weekly sale are located, are moving through the various auction processes, and are parked in their appropriate area in preparation for sale day.
• Identify vehicles that have been sold, locate and mark them, and move them to various staging areas of the lot.
• Monitor external dealers and other customers who are on site previewing vehicles to be sure that proper Vehicle Preview procedures are followed.
• Interact with external customers in a professional and sales-oriented manner.
• Communicate with SAS staff, lot support personnel, and management when problem vehicles are found, and when external customers are requesting assistance.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather and seasonal conditions.
• Must have the ability to work independently and with initiative
• Be proactive in facilitating lot movement by monitoring lot conditions, vehicle locations, and sale cadences.
• Ability to drive a standard-shift transmission is a plus

Qualifications:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be qualified to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver's license.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Ability to work outdoors under any type of weather conditions.

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• 401K with company match
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization

Other Requirements

To be able to do your job at ADESA, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. Of course, we'll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

• The physical activity requirements of the position range from Light to Medium Physical Work
• Frequent – standing, watching, touching, listening, walking, talking
• Potential – running, jumping, yelling or other rapid or forceful movement in emergency situations
• Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision comparable to definitions for Clerical, Administrative, Machine Operators (including inspection) positions.

Physical Working Conditions

This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental working conditions, including temperature changes, outside weather conditions, slightly elevated ambient noise levels, and minor atmospheric conditions affecting skin or respiratory systems, such as fumes, odors and dusts associated with internal and external service station/convenience food and petroleum dispensing operations.

• Note: Refer to the Handbook and Policy Manuals for important addendum requirements to all job descriptions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incu