Yard Attendant

Ritchie Bros.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

401k plan with company match

15 days of PTO

Job summary

A leading auction company in Chattanooga, TN, is looking for a Loader Operator who enjoys working outdoors and is detail-oriented. Responsibilities include handling vehicle check-ins, ensuring vehicles are clean for auction, and safely operating vehicles on-site. Candidates need a high school diploma and should have a positive demeanor for customer interactions. Basic mechanical knowledge or automotive skills are preferred. The role also involves physical demands such as lifting and moving vehicles safely in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with ability to ensure safety while handling vehicles.
• Strong teamwork skills to work effectively with others.
• Basic mechanical knowledge or understanding of cars is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle check-in by recording and filing vehicle information.
• Detail vehicles to improve appearance prior to auction.
• Safely operate and move passenger vehicles around the facility.
• Train on the job in forklift and loader operation.

Skills

Customer interaction

Teamwork

Automotive knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Us

IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA) is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. IAA serves a global buyer base located in 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, vehicle merchandising, and evaluation services that enhance the 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 insurance. Employees can enroll in the company’s 401k plan with a 100% match for the first 4% contributed. Employees 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

Loader Operator is sought to join our team. At IAA, Yard Attendants enjoy working in the elements. They are detail-oriented, 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. This frontline role provides opportunities to learn new technologies and stay at the forefront of the auction industry and our tools and resources.

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 appearance and value at auction, with training provided
• Operate passenger vehicles safely, moving vehicles around the facility and/or participating in drive-through auctions
• Recover keys, license plates, and other information or objects from vehicles and store them in the appropriate locations at the branch
• Assist visitors by providing guidance and directing them to the appropriate person for assistance
• Train and develop on the job in forklift and loader operation

Qualifications & Expectations

All candidates must have a high school diploma (or equivalent). There are physical demands to this role, so please read them carefully. An upbeat demeanor to ensure positive customer interactions is essential. If you know about cars or have general mechanical knowledge, you’ll fit in well. Teamwork is incredibly important to our success.

Preferred, though not required: candidates with basic automotive repair skills or experience in the rental or construction area. Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or related fields is preferred.

Physical Demands

• Ability to apply appropriate use of security, maintenance, and safety procedures to protect company and customer assets
• Ability to use personal protective equipment (safety gloves, safety glasses)
• Ability to recognize unsafe situations and respond to accidents
• Ability to follow industry-specific regulations related to handling hazardous materials
• Constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull over 100 lbs
• Constantly reach, handle, finger objects, stand, walk, and sit
• Frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, climb, and crawl
• Position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles in the work area

Working Conditions

• Primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles in the work area

In return for your skills and abilities, we offer a benefits package including health insurance, RRSP, paid holidays, and vacations.

About IAA, An RB Global, Inc. Company

IAA, an RB Global, Inc. company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. The platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total-loss, damaged and low-value vehicles. IAA serves a global buyer base and a full spectrum of sellers, and offers multiple digital bidding channels, vehicle merchandising, and evaluation services. RB Global, Inc. has over 7,000 employees and is headquartered near Chicago in Westchester, Illinois.