Yard Attendant
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About Us
IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE : RBA) and (TSX : RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. Leveraging leading‑edge technology and focusing on innovation, IAA’s unique platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total‑loss, damaged and low‑value vehicles. IAA serves a global buyer base – located throughout 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, innovative vehicle merchandising, and efficient evaluation services, enhancing the overall 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.
Job Description
Here at IAA, an RB Global, Inc. company, our Yard Attendants enjoy working in the elements. They are detail‑oriented but 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. As the frontline of IAA, this critical role enjoys learning new ways to use technology and being at the forefront of the auction industry in all 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 their appearance and enhance their value at auction, training provided
- Operate passenger vehicles in a safe manner, moving the vehicles around the facility and / or participating in drive‑through auctions
- 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 advising them to the appropriate person for additional assistance
- Train and develop on the job in forklift and loader operation
Requirements
All candidates must have a high school diploma (or equivalent)Physical demands of this role; no desk job—please read and understand themUpbeat demeanor to ensure every customer interaction is positiveKnowledge of cars or general mechanical knowledge is a plusTeamwork is incredibly important to our successExperience in forklift and loader operation preferredPreferred Experience
Basic automotive repair skills or experience in the rental or construction areaExperience in the equipment rental or construction industry and / or related field preferredPhysical Demand Highlights
Apply appropriate use of security, maintenance, and safety procedures to protect company and customer assetsWear and use personal protective equipment (i.e., safety gloves, safety glasses)Avoid accidents by recognizing potentially unsafe situations and responding appropriatelyFollow industry‑specific regulations related to handling hazardous materialsConstantly 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 outward, handle and finger objects, stand, walk, and sitFrequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, climb, and crawlWork primarily outdoors in all types of weatherRemain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area#J-18808-Ljbffr