Lot Assistant - ADESA Vegas
About The Position
The Lot Assistant supports outside lot functions and general auction operations before, during, and after sale day. Reporting to the Lead Lot Operations or another designated manager, the role helps maintain accurate inventory flow and vehicle readiness by working on the lot, operating a service truck, non-DOT lot tow truck, and forklift, and coordinating with driver, shop, operations, customer, and administrative teams. The position involves preparing, staging, identifying, and moving vehicles; recording vehicle movements with electronic devices; assisting with vehicle readiness; maintaining organized and safe work areas; and helping ensure efficient inventory flow from check-in to the auction sale line. It requires customer service, careful record-keeping, adaptability to a fast-paced environment, and work in both indoor and outdoor conditions.
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.
- Teamwork and ability to collaborate with multiple departments, customers, and vendors.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask while maintaining strict 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 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 for 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.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Quality benefits.
- Holiday and paid time off.
- Education and equipment reimbursement programs.
- Matching 401(k).
- Career path opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
