Auction Operations Associate
About The Position
Beloit Auction & Realty, Inc. is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and motivated Auction Operations Associate for hands-on work across moving, packing, loading, unloading, equipment assembly, warehouse operations, outdoor construction and equipment auctions, and offsite and specialty auction projects. The company conducts estate, business, and commercial liquidations, along with construction and agricultural equipment, shipping container, vehicle, tool, household merchandise, and specialty auctions throughout Wisconsin and Illinois. Work takes place indoors and outdoors at different locations, and duties vary by project. This is a physically demanding, non-desk role involving regular movement of merchandise and equipment, use of tools and machinery when trained and authorized, and travel to offsite auction locations. The position is full-time, with an initial training wage of $17 per hour and post-training pay of $18–$23 per hour based on experience, skills, and performance. The company offers paid training, opportunities for advancement, and benefits subject to eligibility requirements, company policies, and plan terms.
Requirements
- Previous experience in moving, packing, construction, warehouse operations, equipment handling, or general labor is preferred.
- Ability to regularly lift and carry 50–75 pounds and assist with heavier items using proper equipment and team lifting.
- Comfort performing physically demanding work throughout the day.
- Willingness to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability and willingness to travel to offsite auction locations throughout Wisconsin and Illinois.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions, take initiative, and work independently or as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn new skills and take on a variety of responsibilities.
- Flexibility to work varying schedules, including occasional evenings and Saturdays, depending on auction schedules.
Nice To Haves
- Forklift and equipment operation experience.
- Experience driving box trucks or similar commercial vehicles.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to use basic hand and power tools.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Responsibilities
- Pack, wrap, protect, and prepare furniture, antiques, collectibles, household merchandise, tools, and equipment for transportation.
- Load and unload box trucks, trailers, shipping containers, and company vehicles.
- Assist with estate cleanouts, business liquidations, and property cleanouts throughout Wisconsin and Illinois.
- Safely move furniture, appliances, equipment, and other heavy or bulky items; organize and secure merchandise to prevent transportation damage.
- Assist with driving company box trucks and other vehicles between auction locations when qualified and authorized.
- Travel to residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and other properties for offsite auction projects.
- Organize, sort, stage, and prepare merchandise for photography, cataloging, and online auctions; help identify, group, and organize merchandise into auction lots.
- Help set up and conduct business liquidations, estate auctions, equipment auctions, and specialty auctions.
- Prepare auction locations for scheduled previews and customer pickups; assist customers with locating and safely removing purchased merchandise.
- Help coordinate the movement and loading of equipment and merchandise during auction pickups.
- Assist with final property cleanouts and site cleanup following auctions.
- Receive, unload, inspect, and organize construction equipment, agricultural implements, attachments, tools, and other merchandise; assist with shipping container and freight unloading.
- Assemble equipment, attachments, implements, and other merchandise using hand and power tools.
- Operate forklifts, skid steers, tractors, and other machinery when properly trained and authorized.
- Move, stage, and organize merchandise throughout outdoor auction yards; assist with photographing equipment and gathering information for online listings.
- Assist customers with loading purchased equipment and merchandise onto trucks and trailers.
- Unload, sort, organize, and stage merchandise at auction facilities; assist with auction setup, photography, previews, and customer pickups.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse and outdoor work areas.
- Assist with general property maintenance, snow removal, and seasonal projects.
- Perform additional auction-related duties as needed.
- Work varying schedules, including occasional evenings and Saturdays, depending on auction schedules.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Paid major holidays; major holidays off.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Short-term disability insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Employee discounts.
- Company-provided work clothing, safety gear, and necessary equipment.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Paid training and opportunities to develop new skills.
- Performance-based raises and opportunities for increased earnings.
- Overtime opportunities based on business needs.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Consistent full-time hours and dependable employment.
- Flexible scheduling when possible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
