Forklift Operator II (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises • Tolleson, AZ

4d • $17 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

This position safely picks up, stores, loads for transport, and stages non-drivable vehicles for sale using a front-end loader or forklift equipped with 18-foot forks. Vehicles vary in size and condition and may have loose or hanging parts, so careful attention to detail and safety is essential to protect employees and customers. The role also provides general mechanical and automotive services on auction property, along with on-site and over-the-road towing service for disabled customer vehicles, in compliance with auction safety rules and regulations.

The operator uses tow trucks, service vehicles, gas trucks, forklifts, and front-end loaders on the auction lot and at other locations as needed. The role includes moving vehicles to staging, sale, storage, repair, inspection, and transport areas; assisting customers and employees with towing, jump-starts, unlocks, and vehicle location; scanning delivered vehicles; and conducting routine equipment maintenance. The operator may support lot operations and sale-day activities, present data to teams and management, work overtime as business needs dictate, and perform other duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a different combination may qualify, such as a degree or certification beyond a high school diploma/GED in a related discipline, or 5 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Safe driving record and practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily pre-trip safety inspections before beginning work.
• Make minor adjustments and request repairs in writing from the mechanic or supervisor.
• Safely load, unload, rearrange, and maneuver a forklift or loader with 18-foot forks throughout the auction lot.
• Read stock numbers on a computer screen and verify stock numbers and vehicle information directly from vehicles before loading them onto the forks.
• Move vehicles to inventory staging, sale stalls, or storage locations according to lot paperwork or computer screens.
• Operate tow trucks, service vehicles, gas trucks, forklifts, and front-end loaders on the auction lot and at other locations as needed.
• Move vehicles into the garage or other sheltered areas for insurance inspections, repairs, or as directed by a supervisor.
• Load vehicles onto transports or fleet trucks for off-lot transportation.
• Operate a tow truck to provide towing service to customer vehicles on the SAAA parking lot and at other locations as needed, using dollies when required.
• Properly secure tow trucks and front-end loaders to vehicles, prevent damage or danger during towing, and leave vehicles safely immobilized after release.
• Haul vehicles safely and courteously to directed areas.
• Scan each towed vehicle using the TC75 and record its delivery location.
• Assist employees and customers with towing and jump-starting vehicle batteries when requested by phone or in person.
• Assist with unlocking customer vehicles, jump-starting vehicles, or locating vehicles using Lot Vision, as appropriate.
• Tow vehicles requiring service to the mechanic shop as requested.
• Remove customer and employee vehicles parked incorrectly or unsafely to the customer lot as requested.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on tow trucks and front-end loaders, including oil changes, lubrication, filter changes, and tire changes.
• Operate trucks and front-end loaders in compliance with safety regulations and follow safety and health procedures while participating in safety activities.
• Run reports to move vehicles into the sale TRA area for auction.
• Assist lot operations when not operating the tow truck and during sale-day activities.
• Present data to other teams and management when needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by management and work overtime when business needs dictate.

Benefits

• At least 16 hours of paid time off per month.
• Seven paid holidays per calendar year.
• Bereavement leave.
• Time off to vote.
• Jury duty leave.
• Volunteer time off.
• Military leave.
• Parental leave.
• Potential medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or paid time off; benefits may vary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED