Lot Operations Specialist: Forklift & Vehicle Readiness

Carvana; Boise, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Quality Benefits

Holiday and Paid Time Off

Education and Equipment Reimbursement

Matching 401(k)

Career Path Opportunities

And More!

Job summary

ADESA, a Carvana-owned company, is seeking a hardworking Lot Operations Support role to ensure vehicle readiness and accurate inventory flow for sale days. You will drive the service truck, operate a tow truck and forklift, and collaborate with driver teams and shop personnel to keep vehicles prepared and properly documented.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and committed to safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.
• Able to safely drive a variety of vehicle makes, models, and sizes, including tow trucks, forklifts, and the service truck.
• Automotive or auction experience preferred.
• Proficiency with computer systems and applications.
• Obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Lot Operations Support: prepare and stage vehicles for sale, sticker, mark, move vehicles with tow truck or forklift, and support the driver team.
• Inventory Accuracy: scan the lot and record vehicle movements with electronic devices.
• Vehicle Readiness: assist with jumping vehicles, adding fluids, air in tires, and status verification while maintaining order.
• Property Management: remove personal property from vehicles.
• Operational Flow: communicate with shop and operations teams to ensure efficient inventory flow from check-in to sale line.
• Customer & Admin Support: provide customer service and coordinate with admin teams for sale day activities.
• Vehicle Identification: confirm mileage, make, year, and VIN for accurate records.
• Safety & Maintenance: keep work areas safe and report hazards.
• General Duties: perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer focus

Detail oriented

Efficiency

Adaptability

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Tow truck

Service truck

Job description

ADESA, a Carvana-owned company, is seeking a hardworking Lot Operations Support role to ensure vehicle readiness and accurate inventory flow for sale days. You will drive the service truck, operate a tow truck and forklift, and collaborate with driver teams and shop personnel to keep vehicles prepared and properly documented.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and committed to safety.