Lot Assistant - ADESA Yaphank

Pay : $17 / hour

Schedule : Monday - Friday 8 : 00-4 : 30pm

About Us

ADESA, a Carvana owned company, currently operating over 50 locations throughout the US. Our Auto Auctions, some up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair & reconditioning, auction remarketing, and many of our sites serve as market hub distribution centers. Our inventory comprises hundreds of thousands of vehicles across North America from retail to commercial, OEM & more.

We work in a service industry and embrace a “we” versus “I” culture – help others, and they will help you. Our industry is fun, fast-paced, and competitive – and filled with the best people who are passionate about what they do.

We’re excited about the future! As an industry leader, ADESA is poised for a multi-year expansion including huge investments in facilities, massive sales growth, and an ever-increasing inventory of vehicles! We are looking for great people who want to take this journey with us! Get a sneak peek into life at ADESA!

Role and Team

• Reporting to the designated manager, assist with the outside and / or administrative functions of one or more of the following departments : Dealer Consignment, Commercial Accounts or Retail Accounts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assuring vehicle inventory is in the proper designated areas of the lot or shops. Apply appropriate numbering and tagging for lot and shop identification
• Locate, number and move vehicles to designated area on the Lot
• Confirm vehicle mileage, make year and VIN
• Communicate with shop and operations teams to ensure an efficient flow of inventory from vehicle check in, inspections, shops and auction sale line until vehicle is checked out
• Assist with physical inventory on a periodic basis
• Use electronic devices to scan inventory and record movement of vehicles on property
• Flag vehicles, add final stickers, mark numbers on windshield and place on spot for the sale
• Take photos of vehicles as needed
• Track missing units and assist with locating vehicles for customers
• Use PC to look up vehicle information and update vehicle data
• May ensure arbitrated units are restocked into inventory and proper announcements are made
• May identify and add / verify vehicle announcements and reports are accurate for pre-sale
• May make basic vehicle diagnostic determinations to determine if a vehicle needs to be moved to the Mechanic Shop
• May operate gas dollies, lock out tools, or jump packs
• May coordinate a sale lane on sale day
• Any other duties assigned by the designated manager

Skills and Attributes

• Team player who can collaborate well with multiple departments, customers and vendors
• Strong customer service skills
• Proven ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage deliverables and metrics against aggressive targets and timelines

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Automotive / auction experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Hardworking, motivated team player
• Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license that meets the requirements
• Able to safely drive a variety of make / model / sizes of vehicles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with computer systems and applications

ADESA Benefits and Perks

Competitive Pay | Quality Benefits | Holiday and Paid Time Off | Education and Equipment Reimbursement Programs | Matching 401(k) | Career Path Opportunities | And More!

Other Requirements

To be able to do your job at ADESA, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

• The physical activity requirements of the position range from Light to Medium Physical Work.

Frequent – standing, watching, touching, listening, walking, talking

• Potential – running, jumping, yelling or other rapid or forceful movement in emergency situations
• Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision comparable to definitions for Clerical, Administrative, Machine Operators (including inspection) positions.

Physical Working Conditions

This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental working conditions, including temperature changes, outside weather conditions, slightly elevated ambient noise levels, and minor atmospheric conditions affecting skin or respiratory systems, such as fumes, odors and dusts associated with internal and external service station / convenience food and petroleum dispensing operations.

• Note : Refer to the Handbook and Policy Manuals for important addendum requirements to all job descriptions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

To be able to do your job at ADESA, you must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Legal Stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

ADESA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. ADESA also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary : $17