Lot Assistant - ADESA Jacksonville at Carvana in Jacksonville, FL

Summary: ADESA, a Carvana-owned company, operates auto auctions and vehicle service locations throughout the United States. The Lot Assistant supports lot movements and general operations by preparing, staging, moving, and maintaining vehicles, recording inventory activity, and ensuring vehicle readiness. The role also coordinates with shop, operations, customer service, and administrative teams to support efficient auction sale day activities.

Responsibilities:
- Lot Operations Support: Support lot operations by preparing and staging 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 vehicle readiness tasks such as jumping vehicles and 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

Required Qualifications:
- 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
- Proficiency with computer systems and applications
- Obtain and maintain forklift certification
- The physical activity requirements of the position range from Light to Medium Physical Work
- 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 affecting skin or respiratory systems, such as fumes, odors, and dust associated with internal and external service station/convenience food and petroleum dispensing operations
- To be able to do your job at ADESA, you must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English

Preferred Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Automotive or auction experience preferred

Required Skills: Valid Driver’s License, Vehicle Operation, Forklift Certification, Automotive Experience, Auction Experience

Benefits: Quality Benefits, Holiday and Paid Time Off, Education and Equipment Reimbursement Programs, Matching 401(k), Career Path Opportunities