Automotive Dismantler Technician at TERREPOWER in Phoenix, AZ

Automotive Dismantler Technician

Location: Phoenix, AZ, United States

Position Summary

The Automotive Dismantler Technician is responsible for safely and efficiently removing, evaluating, and processing parts from vehicles to support TERREPOWER’s remanufacturing and parts recovery operations. This role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, strong attention to safety, and the ability to consistently meet production targets in a fast-paced, physically active environment.

The ideal candidate is a motivated, dependable team player with hands-on automotive repair or mechanical experience, solid working knowledge of vehicle systems and components, and the ability to multitask while maintaining quality and safety standards.

What you'll do

• Dismantle vehicles safely and efficiently within established time standards, using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment properly.

• Inspect removed parts and core components to assess quality, condition, and usability, routing damaged or unusable items appropriately.

• Accurately label, tag, and catalog all parts by make, model, and part number to support inventory accuracy.

• Stock and organize parts and cores in designated warehouse locations to support efficient retrieval.

• Meet or exceed daily and weekly production quotas while maintaining safety and quality standards.

• Operate forklifts, hoists, and other material-handling equipment as needed and as certified.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.

• Partner with teammates and supervisors to identify process improvements and resolve production bottlenecks.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Prior hands-on automotive repair, dismantling, or mechanical experience strongly preferred.

• Working knowledge of automotive systems, parts, and components.

• Ability to safely and effectively operate hand tools and power tools.

• Ability to multitask and communicate well with others in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Forklift certification a plus, or willingness to obtain.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; occasionally exposed to extreme heat, extreme cold, and inclement driving conditions.

• Moderately loud noise level in the work environment.

• No lifting restrictions; must be comfortable working at elevated heights as needed.

• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and move throughout the shift.

About Us:

For over 35 years, TERREPOWER (formerly BBB Industries) has been a leader in sustainable manufacturing, driving the circular economy by extending the life of essential products in the automotive and industrial markets.

Founded in 1987 in Daphne, Alabama by the Bigler family, TERREPOWER began as a small regional remanufacturer of starters and alternators. Our commitment to quality and innovation quickly earned us a reputation as a trusted name in the automotive industry.

Recognizing new challenges and opportunities, in 2019 we set our sights on EV battery upcycling-addressing one of the industry’s most pressing issues. Our engineering team pioneered solutions to extend EV battery life, pushing the boundaries of sustainable innovation.

Recognizing that demand for solar panels would exceed availability and 100,000 tons of waste would potentially go into landfills by 2035, our team searched for an innovative way to upcycle solar panels. With an eye on the future, we developed ways to upcycle solar panels.

Rooted in family and community values, we’re proud to have second-generation employees contributing to our legacy. Backed by Clearlake Capital, we’ve expanded our footprint into Europe with facilities in Spain, Italy, Denmark, Germany and Poland. We now sustainably manufacture and supply an assortment of nondiscretionary repair parts across more than 90 countries.

As we move forward under the TERREPOWER name, we remain committed to the same values that have always defined us: entrepreneurship, teamwork, customer-centered, sustainability, safety.

Why Join Us?

When you join our team, you become part of a company that is redefining how essential products are made, reused and repurposed to reduce waste and maximize resources.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Purpose-Driven Work – Every day, your work will contribute to extending the useful life of essential products, keeping vehicles on the road and critical systems running.
• Innovative Mindset – We encourage creative problem-solving and bold ideas to push the boundaries of what is possible.
• Global Reach, Local Impact – With operations in North America and Europe, we have a global presence but remain deeply connected to the communities we serve.
• Growth & Development – Whether you’re on the production floor, in engineering, or part of our corporate team, we invest in your success through training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.
• A Culture of Collaboration – Rooted in teamwork and shared values, our employees work together to tackle challenges and drive meaningful change.

TERREPOWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, veteran status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability unrelated to the ability to perform a job, sexual orientation, or transgender status to the extent protected by law. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success.