Salvage Forklift Operator – Auction Prep & Lot Expert

AAA Auto Club Enterprises; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(K) plus Pension

Tuition assistance

Floating holidays and PTO

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Auto Club Enterprises is seeking a Heavy Forklift Operator to support the Salvage unit of the claims operation. You will inspect, photograph, and relocate vehicles using a heavy forklift to designated staging areas, while recording locations in inventory systems and maintaining a safe lot.

The role involves assisting haulers, identifying unrelated damages on total loss vehicles, and preparing vehicles for weekly auctions.

Qualifications

• High School GED or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years driving 15,000–20,000 lb forklifts required.
• Forklift certification from a recognized certifying body required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, photograph, and relocate salvage vehicles with a heavy forklift.
• Record vehicle condition, mileage, and attributes in handheld devices.
• Log and track vehicle locations in inventory systems for lot accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe salvage lot and identify safety issues and damages on total loss vehicles.
• Perform routine forklift inspections to ensure safety compliance.
• Prepare vehicles for weekly salvage auctions and assist with loading/unloading.

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Forklift Certification

Job description

Auto Club Enterprises is seeking a Heavy Forklift Operator to support the Salvage unit of the claims operation. You will inspect, photograph, and relocate vehicles using a heavy forklift to designated staging areas, while recording locations in inventory systems and maintaining a safe lot.

The role involves assisting haulers, identifying unrelated damages on total loss vehicles, and preparing vehicles for weekly auctions.