Yard & Catalog Specialist

Hansen Auction Group; Downing (WI); On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Job summary

Hansen Auction Group in Wisconsin handles varied yard and catalog tasks for auctions. The Yard and Catalog Specialist ensures safe, organized operation, assists with equipment, cataloging, and customer service across in-person and off-site auctions.

Responsibilities include tagging items, taking photos, creating descriptions, using AI-assisted tools to identify items, and loading/unloading equipment. Occasional travel to off-site auctions with safety first.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating heavy equipment preferred (forklift, telehandler, skid steer).
• Knowledge of farm/heavy equipment is helpful.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license required; may operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Support organized yard and auction layout in a safe, professional manner.
• Tag items for auction and create accurate descriptions.
• Take photos and upload to the auction management website.
• Create accurate and detailed descriptions of auction items.
• Leverage AI-assisted tools to identify items and validate details.
• Operate heavy equipment to assist customers with loading/unloading.
• Assist in loading and unloading during pick-up/drop-off.
• Help customers locate their purchases and be visible during open houses.
• Maintain organization of the facility and yard; perform general maintenance.
• Other duties as required and assigned.
• Travel to off-site auctions to support cataloging, open houses, and pick-ups.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Attention to detail

AI-assisted tools

Written communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB TITLE: Yard and Catalog Specialist

JOB LOCATION: Varies

REPORTS TO: Yard Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

The Yard and Catalog Specialist supports the safe, organized, and professional operation of the auction yard and facility. They assist with equipment operation, item cataloging, facility maintenance, and customer service to ensure a seamless auction experience. This position may also be deployed to off-site auction locations to support cataloging, open house, and pick-up operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience operating heavy equipment preferred (forklift, telehandler, skid steer)
• Knowledge of farm/heavy equipment is helpful
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license required. Position includes operation of company vehicles; applicants must meet company driving and insurance eligibility requirements.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Support the organization of the yard and auction layout in a clean, safe, and professional manner
• Organize and tag items for auction
• Take photos and upload to the auction management website
• Create accurate and detailed descriptions of auction items
• Leverage AI-assisted tools to identify items, generate accurate descriptions, and validate make, model, year, VIN, and condition where applicable
• Operate heavy equipment to assist customers with safely loading and unloading of auction items
• Assist in safely loading and unloading of auction items during pick-up and drop off
• Help customers locate their purchases
• Be visible during open houses, providing service to customers as needed
• Maintain organization of the facility and yard
• Provide general facility and equipment maintenance including maintaining grounds
• Other duties as required and assigned

OFF-SITE AUCTIONS

• Travel to off-site auction locations as assigned to support cataloging, open house, and pick-up operations
• Assist with the set-up and organized layout of items at off-site locations in preparation for cataloging and open house
• Catalog items on-site, including taking photos, creating descriptions, and uploading to the auction management system
• Be present and visible during off-site open houses, assisting customers and answering questions about auction items
• Support the pick-up process at off-site locations, helping customers locate and safely load their purchases
• Act as cashier during off-site pick-up as needed
• Follow all company policies and safety procedures while working at off-site locations

SKILLS

• Heavy equipment operation
• Attention to detail
• Proficient with modern technology and AI-assisted tools (image recognition, asset identification, automated cataloging) to accurately identify, describe, and value assets
• Written communication
• Customer service
• Problem solving
• Time management
• Multi-tasking

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily outdoors in all weather conditions
• Regular walking, standing, climbing, stooping, and crouching for long periods
• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds
• Work near moving mechanical parts, loud noise, explosives, and hazardous materials