Senior Yard Staff
Ritchie Bros. - Charlotte, NC
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* The Senior Yard Staff is responsible for assisting with inspection of incoming vehicles at assigned Branch location. Responsibilities include vehicle check-in, digital imaging, vehicle clean-up and preservation, auction numbering/preparation, and responding to customer needs. * 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. * 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
Created: 2025-09-27