Automotive Dismantler Assistant

LKQ • Bakersfield, CA

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About The Position

The Automotive Dismantler Assistant performs day-to-day activities in the Processing Department in accordance with applicable federal, state/provincial, and local standards and regulations, and as directed by the Production Manager. The role helps ensure automobiles are dismantled safely, efficiently, and properly. The assistant supports and learns from dismantlers, including learning the process for dismantling, tagging, and storing parts and assisting with engine dismantling as needed. This position does not supervise employees.

Requirements

• Background in body repair, mechanical work, or previous dismantling experience.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate basic messages orally, write brief messages, and keep simple records.
• Ability to follow clear directions, procedures, standard processes, and guidance from a supervisor or manager.
• May be required to have a personal set of tools as needed to carry out duties.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dismantler/Trainer with dismantling vehicles.
• Learn and complete the system for dismantling, tagging, and storing all parts.
• Work with Engine Dismantlers as needed to learn engine dismantling.
• Comply with all safety standards and requirements to maintain a safe, hazard-free workplace.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts
• PNC Daily Pay option

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed