Lot Assistant - ADESA Houston

ADESA, a Carvana-owned company, operates in over 50 locations throughout the US. Our auto auctions, some spanning up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services, including repair, reconditioning, and auction remarketing. Many of our sites also serve as market hub distribution centers. Our inventory includes hundreds of thousands of vehicles across North America, ranging from retail to commercial, OEM, and more. We foster a collaborative "we" versus "I" culture in a fun, fast-paced, and competitive industry filled with passionate professionals.

About the role

Reporting to the Lead Lot Operations or other designated manager, you will assist with outside functions to support lot movements and general operations before, during, and after sale day. In this role, you will work on the lot, including driving the service truck, lot tow truck (non-DOT), and forklift, to maintain accurate inventory flow and ensure vehicle readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lot Operations Support: Prepare and stage vehicles for sale, including stickering (run and customer stickers), marking vehicles on the spot, moving vehicles using a lot tow truck or forklift, and operating the service truck to support the driver team.
• Inventory Accuracy: Scan the lot and use electronic devices to record the movement of vehicles on the property.
• Vehicle Readiness: Assist with tasks such as jumping vehicles, adding fluids (gas, water, etc.), adding air to tires, and verifying vehicle status while maintaining accurate lot organization.
• Property Management: Handle the removal of personal property from vehicles.
• Operational Flow: Communicate with shop and operations teams to ensure an efficient flow of inventory from vehicle check-in to the auction sale line.
• Customer & Admin Support: Provide customer service support and coordinate with administrative teams to ensure efficient execution of sale day activities.
• Vehicle Identification: Confirm vehicle mileage, make, year, and VIN to ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Safety & Maintenance: Maintain work areas to ensure a safe environment and report any incidents or hazards to the designated manager.
• General Duties: Perform any other duties assigned by the designated manager.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license that meets the requirements.
• Able to safely drive a variety of vehicle makes, models, and sizes, including tow trucks, forklifts, and the service truck.
• Automotive or auction experience preferred.
• Proficiency with computer systems and applications.
• Obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Skills

• Teamwork: Collaborate well with multiple departments, customers, and vendors.
• Customer Focus: Strong customer service skills.
• Detail-Oriented: Ability to multitask while maintaining strict attention to detail.
• Efficiency: Manage deliverables and metrics against aggressive targets and timelines.
• Adaptability: Work in a fast-paced environment and handle outside conditions.
• Communication: Effective interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication.

ADESA Values

• Our Next Customer May Be Your Mom: Every customer deserves the same level of care and respect one would give to their own mother.
• We’re All in This Together: The company is unified by the shared goal of providing fantastic customer experiences, achieved through mutual trust, respect, and understanding.
• There Are No Sidelines: Employees are encouraged to be proactive, work hard, and take ownership of what needs to be done in a fast-paced environment.
• Be Brave: Employees should not fear taking risks, pushing themselves outside their comfort zones, or being decisive, even if they stumble along the way.
• Zag Forward: The company empowers creative and passionate thinking to find meaningful ways to be different and deliver amazing experiences.
• Don’t Be a Richard: A simple guiding principle to act appropriately and professionally.
• Stay Scrappy: Reject mediocrity and "good enough," pushing employees to do more with less to pass savings on to customers.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Quality Benefits
• Holiday and Paid Time Off
• Education and Equipment Reimbursement Programs
• Matching 401(k)
• Career Path Opportunities
• And More!

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (approximately).

Other Requirements

To perform this job, you must meet the following physical activity requirements, with reasonable accommodations made for disabilities:

• Constant: Standing, watching, touching, listening, walking, talking.
• Frequent: Bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting, grasping, pushing, pulling.
• Potential: Running, jumping, yelling, or other rapid or forceful movement in emergencies.

Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception, and field of vision comparable to definitions for Clerical, Administrative, and Machine Operators (including inspection) positions.

This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental working conditions, including temperature changes, outside weather conditions, slightly elevated ambient noise levels, and minor atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, and dust.

You must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.