Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator I

This position is responsible for safely picking up, storing, loading transports and setting non-drivable vehicles for sale with the use of a Front End Loader/Forklift equipped with 18 foot forks. Vehicles are of varying sizes and conditions, with loose or hanging parts; attention to detail and safety is essential in protecting employees and customers. This position is also responsible for providing general mechanical and automotive services on Auction property, as well as over-the-road and on-site towing service to disabled customer vehicles in compliance with Auction safety rules and regulations.

• Conduct daily pre-trip safety inspections before beginning work for the day
• Make minor adjustment and/or request repairs in writing to the mechanic or supervisor
• Safely load, unload, rearrange, and maneuver Forklift/Loader with 18 foot forks throughout the auction lot
• Read stock numbers on the computer screen and verify the stock number and vehicle information directly from vehicle before loading onto forks
• Move vehicles to inventory staging, sale stalls, or storage as determined by lot location paperwork or computer screens
• Operates tow truck, service vehicle, gas truck and forklift on the auction lot and in different locations as needed.
• Move vehicles into the garage or other sheltered areas for insurance inspections, vehicle repairs, or as requested by the supervisor
• Load vehicles on transports or fleet trucks for transportation off of the lot
• May need to present data to other teams and management.

Minimum:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Generally less than 2 years' experience in a related field
• Safe driver's needed; valid driver's license required.

Preferred:

• Experience 1 to 3 years experience preferred operating heavy equipment
• Effective communication and organization skills required
• Basic computer skills and the ability to utilize a portable terminal, brick, etc. preferred
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service essential
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb
• Ability to spend prolonged periods of time sitting in cab of forklift/loader
• Vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to remain focused and vigilant regarding surroundings and hazards on lot

Work Environment:

• Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat and cold
• Potential to spend up to 50% of shift out of the cab and outdoors
• Driving and maneuvering forklift in difficult situations with light to heavy crowds and traffic
• Loading and unloading vehicles in various weather conditions

Benefits:

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells or simply uses cars. Cox employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vetsApplicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.