Yard Attendant I - Oshawa, Ontario, Canada (# IYARDA012282)

Description du poste

IAA, an RB Global, Inc., a leading provider of loss recovery services to the insurance industry in Canada, has an opening for a Yard Attendant I at our facility in Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON

IAA is Canada's leading live and live-online salvage vehicle auction company with auction facilities across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Atlantic Canada. IAA's national service offering allows sellers to standardize processes across the country and provides buyers with Canada's most extensive selection of salvage vehicles. IAA has nearly 7,000 talented employees and more than 200 facilities throughout the U.S., Canada, and the United Kingdom.

A Day in the Life includes:

• Vehicle check-in by recording and filing information on vehicles being assigned to the facility
• Detail (thoroughly clean) vehicles to improve their appearance for purposes of enhancing their value at auction
• Operate passenger vehicles in a safe manner for the purposes of moving the vehicles around the facility and/or participating in drive-through auctions
• 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
• Train and develop on the job in forklift and loader operation
• Immediately report all violations of company policy to a supervisor or manager
  
  

First, let us double check:

All candidates must have a high school diploma (or equivalent). There are physical demands of this role, so please read them carefully and understand that this is no desk job.

An upbeat demeanor to ensure every customer interaction is positive is a must! If you know about cars, or have general mechanical knowledge, you'll fit in great. Teamwork is incredibly important to our success!

While it is not required, it would be great if you have:

Candidates with basic automotive repair skills or experience in the rental or construction area have found this role to be an exceptionally great fit. Experience in the equipment rental or construction industry and/or related field preferred.  A current Driver’s License would also be an asset!

Physical Demand Highlights:

• 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
• Ability to constantly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull 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
• This position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area 
  
  

Working Conditions:

• This position involves primarily outdoor work in all types of weather
• Must remain alert to potential hazards associated with heavy equipment and other vehicles operated in their work area
  
  

What do we have to offer?

• Competitive Wages
• Health and Dental Benefits  
• RRSP Company Matching 
• An Opportunity for Career Growth
• A Team Oriented and Engaging Environment

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a benefits package including: health insurance, RRSP Employer Matching Contributions, STD/LTD, Life Insurance/AD&D, Employee Stock Purchasing Options.

IAA, an RB Global, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. IAA is a drug-free workplace.

***Please note that any employment offers are contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check.