Lot Assistant - ADESA Boise

Carvana•Boise, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lot Assistant supports outside functions for lot movements and general operations before, during, and after sale day. Reporting to the Lead Lot Operations or another designated manager, this role assists with lot activities, including driving a service truck, non-DOT lot tow truck, and forklift, to maintain accurate inventory flow and ensure vehicle readiness. The position also supports customer service and sale-day activities and collaborates with shop, operations, and administrative teams. The role involves working both indoors and outdoors in changing temperatures and weather, with slightly elevated ambient noise and minor atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, and dust. Physical activity ranges from light to medium work. The job requires the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Hiring is contingent on passing a background check, and the role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid driver’s license that meets the requirements.
Must be able to safely drive a variety of vehicle makes, models, and sizes, including tow trucks, forklifts, and the service truck.
Must obtain and maintain forklift certification.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Must pass a complete background check.
Must be able to perform physical activity ranging from light to medium work, including constant standing, watching, touching, listening, walking, and talking; frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting, grasping, pushing, and pulling; and potential rapid or forceful movement in emergencies.
Must meet visual acuity requirements for color, depth perception, and field of vision comparable to clerical, administrative, and machine operator roles.
Teamwork and ability to collaborate with departments, customers, and vendors.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.
Ability to manage deliverables and metrics against aggressive targets and timelines.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle outside conditions.
Effective interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written communication.
Proficiency with computer systems and applications.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Automotive or auction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and stage vehicles for sale, including applying run and customer stickers and marking vehicles on the spot.
Move vehicles using a lot tow truck or forklift and operate the service truck to support the driver team.
Scan the lot and use electronic devices to record vehicle movements on the property.
Assist with vehicle readiness by jumping vehicles, adding fluids, adding air to tires, and verifying vehicle status.
Maintain accurate lot organization and remove personal property from vehicles.
Communicate with shop and operations teams to support inventory flow from vehicle check-in to the auction sale line.
Provide customer service support and coordinate with administrative teams for sale-day activities.
Confirm vehicle mileage, model year, make, and VIN for accurate record-keeping.
Maintain safe work areas and report incidents or hazards to the designated manager.
Perform other duties assigned by the designated manager.