Ritchie Bros. · 20 hours ago
Lead Yard Staff
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expIAA Holdings, LLC, a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company, is a global marketplace for commercial assets and vehicles. The Lead Yard Staff is responsible for vehicle inspection, check-in, and preparation for auctions, while also guiding visitors and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
AuctionsConstructionE-CommerceTransportation
Responsibilities
Often function as lead yard person for the branch, advising other yard
Operate passenger vehicles in a safe manner for the purposes of moving the vehicles around the facility and/or participating in drive-through auctions
Operate difficult heavy equipment (front-end loader)
Recover keys, license plates, and other information or objects from vehicles at the facility and store them in the appropriate locations at the branch
Assist visitors by providing appropriate guidance and/or directing them to the appropriate person for additional assistance
Assist in monitoring lot inventory and prepare yard for auctions personnel
Inventory vehicles/parts and creates sales lists
Adept at troubleshooting, starting vehicles and increasing vehicle profitability at auction
Vehicle check-in by recording and filing information on vehicles being assigned to the facility
Duties are subject to change, based on business needs
Ability to apply appropriate use of security, maintenance, and safety procedures to protect Company and customer assets
Ability to apply appropriate use of personal protective equipment (i.e., safety gloves, safety glasses)
Ability to avoid accidents by recognizing potentially unsafe situations and responding appropriately when accidents occur
Ability to follow appropriate industry specific regulations related to the handling of hazardous materials
Ensures team members follow processes and procedures set by the company and management
Flexible and willing to perform other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
3-4 years related experience
Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or related field
Previous forklift operating experience and loader certified
Basic automotive repair skills
Proficiency with handheld PDA
Must be willing to learn how to operate a forklift
Capable of interacting effectively and supportively with customers & towers
Capable of performing and/or assisting with light maintenance of vehicles
Must be able to perform activities that involve stooping, bending, standing, and walking for reasonable periods of time
This position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
General mechanical knowledge of makes and models of vehicles required
Ability to function well as part of a team
Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area
Work evenings, nights, and/or weekends, as necessary
Work both indoors and outdoors year-round, and climb on and off large equipment and trucks
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurances
401k plan and RB Global will match 100% for the first 4% contributed
15 days of PTO each year
Company
Ritchie Bros.
Founded in 1958, Ritchie Bros. (NYSE & TSX: RBA) is the world’s largest and most trusted marketplace for used equipment, trucks, and industrial assets.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500MKey Investors
Starboard Value
2023-01-23Post Ipo Equity· $500M
1998-03-10IPO
Leadership Team
Baron Concors
Chief Product and Technology Officer
Gloria Eghan-Pokoo
Talent Acquisition Business Partner
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