Forklift Operator - ADESA LA

Pay Range: $18-$18.50 hourly

Monday- Friday (Days)

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 supervisor or manager, operate a fork lift to move vehicles between buildings, grounds and lots.  Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor or manager.  Must know, practice and ensure that company policies and procedures and state or federal laws are followed at all times.

Responsibilities 

• Provide prompt and courteous service: both on the phone and in person. 
• Demonstrate friendliness and proper phone etiquette with every customer.
• Maintain a professional appearance and work area consistent with the Handbook.
• Make sure customers receive prompt, efficient and courteous attention for all contacts and transactions. 
• Be familiar with procedures for handling all aspects of customer complaints or disputes.
• Resolve any customer complaints in a friendly, courteous manner.  Advise the supervisor or designated manager of all complaints or incidences.
• Deliver vehicles to work areas as directed.
• Stack, store or load vehicles as directed.
• Adhere to all safety practices while carrying out duties.
• Maintain and assure good operating condition of all equipment and facilities. Advise supervisor or manager of all breakdowns and maintenance needs immediately.
• Practice and promote teamwork at all times. Set a good personal example of attitude and performance.

 

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least one (1) year of previous experience as a fork lift operator.
• Must be qualified to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Must have the ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools.

  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!

 

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements of the position are Heavy Physical Work (Refer to Policy HR-200 for definitions).

Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision comparable to definitions for Mobile Equipment Operator Standard. (Refer to Policy HR-200 for definitions)

Constant –balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, repetitive motion

Occasional –standing

Potential – climbing, crawling

 

Physical Working Condition

This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental working conditions including temperature changes, outside weather conditions, slightly elevated ambient noise levels, minor potential physical hazards such as electrical and mechanical equipment, cleaning and pesticides chemicals, and minor atmospheric conditions affecting skin or respiratory systems such as fumes, odors and dusts associated with car exhaust, internal and external service station/convenience food and petroleum 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.

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.