Lot Assistant - ADESA Houston

Carvana•Houston, TX

17h•Onsite

About The Position

ADESA, a Carvana-owned company, operates over 50 auto auction locations across the US, offering a range of vehicle services including repair, reconditioning, and auction remarketing. Many sites also function as market hub distribution centers, handling a vast inventory of vehicles. ADESA fosters a collaborative, fast-paced, and competitive work environment with a strong emphasis on teamwork. The company is undergoing a significant expansion with investments in facilities, sales growth, and inventory. This role reports to the Lead Lot Operations or a designated manager. The Lot Assistant supports outside functions crucial for lot movements and general operations, particularly around sale days. Key responsibilities include driving various vehicles on the lot, such as a service truck, lot tow truck (non-DOT), and forklift, to ensure accurate inventory flow and vehicle readiness.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED preferred
Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license that meets the requirements
Able to safely drive a variety of vehicle makes, models, and sizes, including tow trucks, forklifts, and the service truck
Automotive or auction experience preferred
Proficiency with computer systems and applications
Obtain and maintain forklift certification
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

Support lot operations by preparing and staging vehicles for sale, including stickering (run and customer stickers), marking vehicles on the spot, moving vehicles using a lot tow truck or forklift, and operating the service truck to support the driver team.
Scan the lot and use electronic devices to record the movement of vehicles on the property to maintain inventory accuracy.
Assist with vehicle readiness tasks such as jumping vehicles and adding fluids (gas, water, etc), adding air to tires, and verifying vehicle status while maintaining accurate lot organization.
Handle the removal of personal property from vehicles.
Communicate with shop and operations teams to ensure an efficient flow of inventory from vehicle check-in to the auction sale line.
Provide customer service support and coordinate with administrative teams to ensure efficient execution of sale day activities.
Confirm vehicle mileage, make year, and VIN to ensure accurate record-keeping.
Maintain work areas to ensure a safe environment and report any incidents or hazards to the designated manager.
Perform any other duties assigned by the designated manager.