Yard Coordinator- Part-Time

RB Global Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life insurance

401k match

PTO 15 days

Job summary

RB Global is seeking a Part-Time Yard Coordinator at our Kentucky facility. You will assist with inspection of incoming vehicles, perform detailed cleaning, and prepare units for auction by numbering and setup.

The role includes moving vehicles safely, handling keys and plates, and guiding visitors while adhering to safety protocols. The position requires 2–3 years of related experience, basic automotive knowledge, and proficiency with handheld PDA.

Qualifications

• 2-3 year related Experience.
• Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or related field preferred.
• Previous forklift operating experience is a plus.
• Basic automotive repair skills.
• Proficiency with handheld PDA.
• Must be willing to learn how to operate a forklift.
• Capable of interacting effectively and supportively with customers & towers.
• Capable of performing and/or assisting with light maintenance of vehicles.
• Must be able to perform activities that involve stooping, bending, standing, and walking for reasonable periods of time.
• General mechanical knowledge of makes and models of vehicles required.
• Ability to function well as part of a team.
• Work both indoors and outdoors year-round, and climb on and off large equipment and trucks

Responsibilities

• Vehicle check‑in by recording and filing information on incoming vehicles being assigned to the facility.
• Detail (thoroughly clean) vehicles to improve their appearance for purposes of enhancing their value at auction.
• Operate passenger vehicles in a safe manner for the purposes of moving the vehicles around the facility and/or participating in drive‑through auctions.
• Numbering, preparation and set up for weekly/biweekly auction.
• 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/or directing them to the appropriate person for additional assistance.
• Perform basic forklift/loader operation.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Reads and understands documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and other procedural documents, and ensures adherence to applicable safety and environmental rules in order to provide a safe business for customers and employees.
• Remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in assigned work area.
• Meets key performance metrics, including daily, weekly, and monthly goals.
• Must be willing to learn how to operate a forklift (may not be required in certain facilities).
• Capable of interacting effectively and supportively with customers & towers.
• Capable of performing and/or assisting with light maintenance of vehicles.
• Must be able to perform activities that involve stooping, bending, standing, and walking for reasonable periods of time.
• Ability to work in varying climates, weather conditions, and walking surfaces, inside and outside.
• General mechanical knowledge of makes and models of vehicles required.
• Ability to function well as part of a team.
• *Valid driver’s license & ability to operate vehicles (may not be required in certain facilities).
• 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.
• Acts as a role model and coaches, mentors, and manages a team of accounting specialist in the execution of department and company goals (non-people management).
• Duties are subject to change, based on business needs.
• Flexible and willing to perform other tasks as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

PDA proficiency

Forklift learning willingness

Basic automotive repair

Vehicle inspection

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Description

The Part-Time Yard Coordinator is responsible for assisting with inspection of incoming vehicles at assigned Branch location. Responsibilities include vehicle check-in, digital imaging, vehicle clean‑up and preservation, auction numbering/preparation, and responding to customer needs.

Qualifications

• 2-3 year related Experience
• Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or related field preferred.
• Previous forklift operating experience is a plus.
• Basic automotive repair skills.
• Proficiency with handheld PDA.
• Must be willing to learn how to operate a forklift.
• Capable of interacting effectively and supportively with customers & towers.
• Capable of performing and/or assisting with light maintenance of vehicles.
• Must be able to perform activities that involve stooping, bending, standing, and walking for reasonable periods of time.
• General mechanical knowledge of makes and models of vehicles required.
• Ability to function well as part of a team.
• Work both indoors and outdoors year-round, and climb on and off large equipment and trucks

Responsibilities

• Vehicle check‑in by recording and filing information on incoming vehicles being assigned to the facility.
• Detail (thoroughly clean) vehicles to improve their appearance for purposes of enhancing their value at auction.
• Operate passenger vehicles in a safe manner for the purposes of moving the vehicles around the facility and/or participating in drive‑through auctions.
• Numbering, preparation and set up for weekly/biweekly auction.
• 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/or directing them to the appropriate person for additional assistance.
• Perform basic forklift/loader operation.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Reads and understands documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and other procedural documents, and ensures adherence to applicable safety and environmental rules in order to provide a safe business for customers and employees.
• Remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in assigned work area.
• Meets key performance metrics, including daily, weekly, and monthly goals
• Must be willing to learn how to operate a forklift (may not be required in certain facilities)
• Capable of interacting effectively and supportively with customers & towers.
• Capable of performing and/or assisting with light maintenance of vehicles.
• Must be able to perform activities that involve stooping, bending, standing, and walking for reasonable periods of time.
• Ability to work in varying climates, weather conditions, and walking surfaces, inside and outside.
• General mechanical knowledge of makes and models of vehicles required.
• Ability to function well as part of a team.
• *Valid driver’s license & ability to operate vehicles (may not be required in certain facilities).
• 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.
• Acts as a role model and coaches, mentors, and manages a team of accounting specialist in the execution of department and company goals (non-people management).
• Duties are subject to change, based on business needs.
• Flexible and willing to perform other tasks as assigned

Employer

RB Global (NYSE: RBA) (TSX: RBA) is a leading, omnichannel marketplace that provides value‑added insights, services and transaction solutions for buyers and sellers of commercial assets and vehicles worldwide. Through its auction sites in 13 countries and digital platform, RB Global serves customers in more than 170 countries across a variety of asset classes, including automotive, commercial transportation, construction, government surplus, lifting and material handling, energy, mining and agriculture.

The company’s marketplace brands include Ritchie Bros., the world’s largest auctioneer of commercial assets and vehicles offering online bidding, and IAA, a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers. RB Global’s portfolio of brands also includes Rouse Services, which provides a complete end‑to‑end asset management, data‑driven intelligence and performance benchmarking system; SmartEquip, an innovative technology platform that supports customers’ management of the equipment lifecycle and integrates parts procurement with both OEMs and dealers; Xcira, a leader in live simulcast auction technologies; and Veritread, an online marketplace for heavy haul transport.

• 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.

Recruiting Organization

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.

EEO Information

Ritchie Bros. is an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with all applicable laws. This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located.