Yard Attendant

Overview

North Hollywood, CA, United States (On-site)

IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA) is a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA). IAA is a global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. The platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total-loss, damaged and low-value vehicles for a global buyer base across 170+ countries, serving insurers, dealerships, fleet lease and rental car companies, and charitable organizations.

Yard Operations:
We conduct hundreds of live auctions worldwide. The team includes equipment inspectors, yard managers and operators, administrative staff, and customer service representatives in a variety of full-time and part-time roles.

At IAA, Yard Attendants enjoy working in the elements. They are detail-oriented, quick on their feet, and often have a passion for cars. While Yard Attendants prioritize safety, they also focus on a quick and smooth operation.

As the frontline of IAA, this role offers opportunities to learn new technologies and be at the forefront of the auction industry across 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 value at auction, training provided
• Operate passenger vehicles safely, moving vehicles around the facility and/or participating in drive-through auctions
• Recover keys, license plates, and other information or objects from vehicles and store them in the appropriate locations at the branch
• Assist visitors by providing guidance and directing them to the appropriate person for additional assistance
• Train and develop on the job in forklift and loader operation

All candidates must have a high school diploma (or equivalent). There are physical demands of this role, so please read them carefully and understand that this is not a desk job.

Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle as required for job duties.

An upbeat demeanor to ensure every customer interaction is positive is a must. If you know about cars or have general mechanical knowledge, you’ll fit in well. Teamwork is incredibly important to our success!

Preferred but not required: Candidates with basic automotive repair skills or experience in the rental or construction area have found this role to be a strong fit. Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or related field is preferred.

• Ability to apply appropriate use of security, maintenance, and safety procedures to protect company and customer assets
• Ability to use personal protective equipment (e.g., safety gloves, safety glasses)
• Ability to recognize potentially unsafe situations and respond appropriately to avoid accidents
• Ability to follow industry-specific regulations related to handling hazardous materials
• Constantly 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 sit
• Frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, climb, and crawl
• This position involves outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles

• Outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to hazards associated with heavy equipment and vehicles