Lot Operations Specialist: Vehicle Readiness

Carvana; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 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 driven Lot Operations role in Tracy, CA. You will assist with vehicle movements, staging for sale, and inventory control to ensure accurate readiness for auction days.

You will handle towing, forklift operations, and service-truck duties, while maintaining safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma and valid license required.

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 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, move vehicles using tow truck or forklift, and operate the service truck to support the driver team.
• Inventory Accuracy: scan the lot and record movement of vehicles with electronic devices.
• Vehicle Readiness: assist with jumping vehicles, adding fluids, air to tires, and verify vehicle status while keeping lot organized.
• Property Management: remove personal property from vehicles.
• Operational Flow: communicate with shop and operations teams to ensure inventory flow from check-in to sale line.
• Customer & Admin Support: provide customer service and coordinate with administrative teams for sale-day activities.
• Vehicle Identification: confirm mileage, make year, and VIN for accurate records.
• Safety & Maintenance: keep work areas safe and report incidents or hazards.
• General Duties: perform other tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer Focus

Detail-Oriented

Efficiency

Adaptability

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

ADESA, a Carvana-owned company, is seeking a driven Lot Operations role in Tracy, CA. You will assist with vehicle movements, staging for sale, and inventory control to ensure accurate readiness for auction days.

You will handle towing, forklift operations, and service-truck duties, while maintaining safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma and valid license required.