Yard Attendant

Ritchie Bros.; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Yard Attendant at a forward-thinking company that thrives on innovation and teamwork. In this entry-level role, you'll enjoy working outdoors while ensuring the smooth operation of vehicle check-ins and auctions. Your attention to detail and customer service skills will shine as you enhance vehicle presentation and assist visitors. With a focus on safety and teamwork, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow in the auction industry while enjoying comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and a robust 401k plan. If you have a passion for cars and a proactive attitude, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan with company match

15 days of PTO annually

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic automotive repair skills are a plus.
• Physical demands include lifting and outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Record and file vehicle information at check-in.
• Thoroughly clean vehicles to enhance auction value.
• Operate vehicles safely around the facility.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service skills

Basic automotive knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Loader

Job description

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About Us

IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. Leveraging leading-edge technology and focusing on innovation, IAA’s unique platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total-loss, damaged and low-value vehicles. IAA serves a global buyer base – located throughout over 170 countries – and a full spectrum of sellers, including insurers, dealerships, fleet lease and rental car companies, and charitable organizations. Buyers have access to multiple digital bidding and buying channels, innovative vehicle merchandising, and efficient evaluation services, enhancing the overall purchasing experience. IAA offers sellers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at maximizing vehicle value, reducing administrative costs, shortening selling cycle time and delivering the highest economic returns.

About Us

IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. Leveraging leading-edge technology and focusing on innovation, IAA’s unique platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total-loss, damaged and low-value vehicles. IAA serves a global buyer base – located throughout over 170 countries – and a full spectrum of sellers, including insurers, dealerships, fleet lease and rental car companies, and charitable organizations. Buyers have access to multiple digital bidding and buying channels, innovative vehicle merchandising, and efficient evaluation services, enhancing the overall purchasing experience. IAA offers sellers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at maximizing vehicle value, reducing administrative costs, shortening selling cycle time and delivering the highest economic returns.

RB Global full-time employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurances. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and RB Global will match 100% for the first 4% contributed. Employees will also receive 15 days of PTO each year.

About The Team

We conduct hundreds of live auctions each year around the world. It takes a hardworking team of energetic people in a wide variety of full-time and part-time roles to conduct a successful multi-million dollar auction – from equipment inspectors, yard managers and operators to administrative staff and customer service representatives.

Job Description

At IAA, an RB Global, Inc. company, (IAA) Our Yard Attendants enjoy working in the elements. They are detail-oriented, but quick on their feet- and often have a passion for cars. While Yard Attendants always focus on safety first, they understand the importance of a quick and smooth operation.

As the frontline of IAA, this critical role enjoys learning new ways to use technology and being at the forefront of the auction industry in all our tools and resources.

Listen for yourself to what our own employees have to say, through a live preview of our role: Driving Talent: Yard Attendant Teaser (vimeo.com)

A Day In The Life

• Vehicle check-in by recording and filing information on vehicles assigned to the facility
• Detail (thoroughly clean) vehicles to improve their appearance and enhance their value at auction, training provided
• Operate passenger vehicles in a safe manner, moving the vehicles around the facility and/or participating in drive-through auctions
• Recover keys, license plates, and other information or objects from vehicles at the facility and store them in the appropriate locations at the branch
• Assist visitors by providing appropriate guidance and advising them to the appropriate person for additional assistance
• Train and develop on the job in forklift and loader operation
  
  

Responsibilities

First, let us double-check:

All candidates must have a high school diploma (or equivalent). There are physical demands of this role, so please read them carefully and understand that this is no desk job.

An upbeat demeanor to ensure every customer interaction is positive is a must! If you know about cars, or have general mechanical knowledge, you'll fit in great. Teamwork is incredibly important to our success!

While it is not required, it would be great if you have:

Candidates with basic automotive repair skills or experience in the rental or construction area have found this role to be an exceptionally great fit. Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or related field preferred.

Physical Demand Highlights

• Ability to apply appropriate use of security, maintenance, and safety procedures to protect Company and customer assets
• Ability to apply appropriate use of personal protective equipment (i.e., safety gloves, safety glasses)
• Ability to avoid accidents by recognizing potentially unsafe situations and responding appropriately when accidents occur
• Ability to follow appropriate industry-specific regulations related to the handling of hazardous materials
• Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull over 100 lbs
• Ability to constantly reach outward, handle and finger objects, stand, walk, and sit
• Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, climb, and crawl
• This position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area
  
  

Working Conditions

• This position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area
  
  

RB Global full-time employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurances. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and RB Global will match 100% for the first 4% contributed. Employees will also receive 15 days of PTO each year.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction, Machinery Manufacturing, and Truck Transportation

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