Yard Worker
About this role
Description
Perform work outdoors in the yard; draining fluids and removing parts from vehicles in preparation for setting the vehicles in the yard.
• Remove all fluids, lubricants and components (ie: converters) as required in a safe and efficient manner to prep vehicles for setting in the yard. • Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces • Setting vehicles in the yard as assigned. Recording information on vehicles set accurately and in a timely manner. • May operate a forklift or loader to assist in moving vehicles from process to the yard • Clean out debris from vehicles before they go into processing area•Pull out batteries to be tested to be resold. Bring charged batteries to the retail area • Work with Loader Operator to stage vehicles or pull vehicles in yard properly • Walk the yard and place debris in the cars being removed from the yard • Dismantle tires • Maintain a safe and clean work environment • Ensure all EPA and OSHA regulations are being met • Wear all required PPE • Comply with established company policies and procedures. • Initiate and supports the continual improvement of the companies quality improvement system • Assume other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent desired.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• General knowledge and ability to perform relatively simple work. • Must be able to work in cooperation with others. • Must be attentive to detail and ensure accuracy in work assignments. • Must be able to communicate effectively with others. • Must have the flexibility to work variable schedules, including weekends
Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment:
• This position requires individuals to constantly be on their feet except when operating machinery. • Should not have any lifting restrictions and must not be afraid of heights. • They must be able to stand for long periods, sit, walk, push, pull, bend, climb and be able to move/lift up to 75 pounds regularly. • They must be able to climb ladders, stairs and withstand heights of more than 15 feet. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. • This position is works outdoors in all weather conditions with no coverage. • Should be able to tolerate high and low temperature levels. • The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.