Vehicle Dismantling & Yard Specialist

Pick Your Part; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pick Your Part in Durham, NC is seeking an Outdoor Yard Worker to remove fluids and parts from salvage vehicles, stage them in the yard, and ensure accurate recording of vehicle data. The role involves operating equipment, dismantling tires, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in all weather, able to lift up to 75 pounds, and able to work weekends. Basic high school education is required, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of safe outdoor/manual labor
• Ability to collaborate with others
• Attention to detail in recording vehicle info
• Clear communication with team
• Willingness to work weekends and variable shifts

Responsibilities

• Perform outdoor yard work, draining fluids and removing vehicle parts for yard prep
• Remove fluids, lubricants, and components safely
• Remove parts from salvage cars (eg, quarter panels, doors, hoods, axles)
• Set vehicles in the yard and record information accurately
• Operate forklift/loader to move vehicles as needed
• Clean debris from vehicles and prep for processing
• Remove batteries for testing and bring charged batteries to retail area
• Stage vehicles with Loader Operator and move in yard
• Dismantle tires and maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Comply with EPA and OSHA regulations and PPE requirements
• Support continuous improvement of the quality system
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Flexible schedule

Safety awareness

Outdoor work readiness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Pick Your Part in Durham, NC is seeking an Outdoor Yard Worker to remove fluids and parts from salvage vehicles, stage them in the yard, and ensure accurate recording of vehicle data. The role involves operating equipment, dismantling tires, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in all weather, able to lift up to 75 pounds, and able to work weekends. Basic high school education is required, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.