Yard Staff

RBGlobal•Portland, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Yard Staff work primarily outdoors in all types of weather at an IAA auction facility. They support vehicle check-in, detailing, safe vehicle movement, and the recovery and storage of keys, license plates, and other items. The role also involves assisting visitors and developing on the job in forklift and loader operation. Yard Staff are expected to prioritize safety, work efficiently, and provide positive customer interactions. This is a physically demanding, hands-on position involving frequent movement and interaction with vehicles and heavy equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Upbeat demeanor to help ensure positive customer interactions.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to apply security, maintenance, and safety procedures to protect company and customer assets.
Ability to use personal protective equipment such as safety gloves and safety glasses.
Ability to recognize potentially unsafe situations, avoid accidents, and respond appropriately when accidents occur.
Ability to follow industry-specific regulations related to handling hazardous materials.
Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs; frequently handle up to 50 lbs; and occasionally handle over 100 lbs.
Ability to constantly reach outward, handle and finger objects, stand, walk, and sit.
Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, climb, and crawl.
Ability to remain alert to hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles in the work area.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of cars or general mechanical knowledge.
Basic automotive repair skills.
Experience in the rental or construction area.
Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or a related field.

Responsibilities

Check in vehicles by recording and filing information on vehicles assigned to the facility.
Thoroughly clean vehicles to improve their appearance and enhance their value at auction; training is provided.
Operate passenger vehicles safely, moving them around the facility and/or participating in drive-through auctions.
Recover keys, license plates, and other information or objects from vehicles and store them in appropriate locations at the branch.
Assist visitors by providing guidance and directing them to the appropriate person for additional assistance.
Train and develop on the job in forklift and loader operation.