Yard Worker

PYP; Washington (IL); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with Generous Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance and Long‑T

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

PYP is seeking a hands-on Yard Dismantler for our outdoor facility. You will drain fluids, remove parts from vehicles, and prep vehicles for setting in the yard, working mainly outdoors.

You may operate a forklift/loader, record vehicle info, and maintain safety and EPA/OSHA compliance. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and weekend flexibility are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to cooperate with others and work in a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work assignments.
• Able to communicate effectively with others.
• Flexibility to work variable schedules, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Remove fluids, lubricants, and components to prep vehicles for yard setting.
• Dismantle vehicles and parts (e.g., quarter panels, doors, hoods, axles).
• Set vehicles in the yard and record information accurately and timely.
• May operate forklift/loader to move vehicles.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and comply with EPA/OSHA.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Flexibility with weekends

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Perform work outdoors in the yard; draining fluids and removing parts from vehicles in preparation for setting the vehicles in the yard.

Thursday-Monday Shift

• Remove all fluids, lubricants and components (ie: converters) as required in a safe and efficient manner to prep vehicles for setting in the yard.
• Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces
• Setting vehicles in the yard as assigned. Recording information on vehicles set accurately and in a timely manner.
• May operate a forklift or loader to assist in moving vehicles from process to the yard
• Clean out debris from vehicles before they go into processing areaPull out batteries to be tested to be resold. Bring charged batteries to the retail area
• Work with Loader Operator to stage vehicles or pull vehicles in yard properly
• Walk the yard and place debris in the cars being removed from the yard
• Dismantle tires
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Ensure all EPA and OSHA regulations are being met
• Wear all required PPE
• Comply with established company policies and procedures.
• Initiate and supports the continual improvement of the companies quality improvement system
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent desired.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• General knowledge and ability to perform relatively simple work.
• Must be able to work in cooperation with others.
• Must be attentive to detail and ensure accuracy in work assignments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
• Must have the flexibility to work variable schedules, including weekends

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• This position requires individuals to constantly be on their feet except when operating machinery.
• Should not have any lifting restrictions and must not be afraid of heights.
• They must be able to stand for long periods, sit, walk, push, pull, bend, climb and be able to move/lift up to 75 pounds regularly.
• They must be able to climb ladders, stairs and withstand heights of more than 15 feet.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• This position is works outdoors in all weather conditions with no coverage.
• Should be able to tolerate high and low temperature levels.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement

Why Apply:

• Steady, full-time work
• Competitive hourly pay
• Consistent schedule
• Opportunity for long-term growth
• Fast hiring process