Yard Coordinator- Part-Time

Ritchie Bros.; South Vienna (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

RB Global is looking for a Part-Time Yard Coordinator to assist with vehicle inspection and check-in at an assigned branch. You will detail vehicles to improve their auction value and move them safely around the yard using basic equipment and tools.

Responsibilities include setting up for weekly auctions, guiding visitors, and performing light vehicle maintenance while adhering to safety rules and procedures. Prior experience in a similar yard or equipment role is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-3 year related experience in equipment/yard operations.
• Experience in equipment rental or construction preferred.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Ability to interact effectively with customers and towers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming vehicles and assist with check-in at the yard.
• Thoroughly clean vehicles to enhance value at auction.
• Move vehicles safely around the facility using appropriate equipment.
• Prepare and set up for weekly/biweekly auctions.
• Retrieve keys and licenses and store safely.
• Provide guidance to visitors and assist as needed.
• Perform light maintenance and basic vehicle care.
• Follow safety rules and environmental procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic automotive repair

PDA handheld proficiency

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Handheld PDA

Job description

About Us

RB Global (NYSE: RBA)

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.

About The Team

About the team - Yard Operations

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

The Part-Time Yard Coordinator is responsible for assisting with inspection of incoming vehicles at assigned Branch location.

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

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