Lot Assistant - ADESA Ocala

Carvana•Ocala, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lot Assistant supports outside lot functions and general operations before, during, and after sale day. Reporting to the Lead Lot Operations or another designated manager, this role helps maintain accurate inventory flow and vehicle readiness by preparing, staging, locating, and moving vehicles. The position involves operating a service truck, lot tow truck (non-DOT), and forklift, as well as using electronic devices to record vehicle movements. The role also supports vehicle readiness, sale-day activities, customer service, and coordination with shop, operations, and administrative teams. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors and includes exposure to changing temperatures and weather, slightly elevated noise, and minor atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, and dust. The position has light to medium physical activity requirements and requires the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

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 proficient with computer systems and applications.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Must pass a complete background check as a condition of hiring.
Must be able to perform the position’s physical activities, including standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting, grasping, pushing, and pulling.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Automotive or auction experience.
Teamwork and collaboration skills across departments, with customers, and with 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.

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 such as gas and water, 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 efficient inventory flow from vehicle check-in to the auction sale line.
Provide customer service support and coordinate with administrative teams to support sale-day activities.
Confirm vehicle mileage, make, year, 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.