Lot Operations Specialist II; Manheim

Lane Leader

Coordinates the physical movement of vehicles through the sales lane to the block and parking following auction. Makes and oversees the assignments of drivers, jump‑start/battery operators, and push truck operators to promote a smooth flow of traffic through the auctioning process.

• Conduct inspection of support equipment for proper working order.
• Conduct pre‑sale meeting with drivers to identify return routes, overflow areas, plan changes, etc.
• Conduct presale walk to ensure vehicles are in the assigned lane as scheduled.
• Identify and address missing vehicles, overflow areas, inoperable vehicles, and other issues.
• Maintain the run list indicating vehicles with no keys, late vehicle entries, and/or late number changes.
• Respond to customer and dealer inquiries and concerns.
• Coordinate and direct vehicle movement to maintain continuous flow of traffic to the block.
• Oversee parking of sold vehicles and re‑parking of non‑sold vehicles.
• Report theft, lot damage, or any safety concerns to management.

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field.
• Or a higher degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline.
• Or 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Basic mechanical knowledge of identifying issues such as flat tires, low gas, jump‑starting vehicles.

• 6 months of auction or driving experience.
• Knowledge of lot operations/lot layout.
• Knowledge of LDM.

• Required to stand, walk, reach, talk, and hear. Vision abilities required to include close, distance, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to lift 1–15 pounds.
• Must be able to walk long distances.

• Constant exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level (100% outdoors).

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $15.10 – $22.69 per hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the range based on location and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Employees are eligible for a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off per month and seven paid holidays per calendar year. Additional paid time off is available for bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteer time, military, and parental leave.

Employees are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other protected characteristic. The company provides reasonable accommodations when requested.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT or visa sponsorship is available.