Yard Associate - Casual

precisionvehicleholdings

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States · Fort Wayne · United States

Posted Apr 9, 2025

Full-time
On-site
Shuttle

Job description

At Precision Vehicle Holdings, we're a dedicated team of professionals with extensive experience in the processing of new vehicles. Our core strength lies in industry-leading software and systems that optimize every aspect of new vehicle processing. With a focus on efficiency and cutting-edge technology, we're committed to delivering excellence to our clients. Our team, comprised of logistics experts and automotive industry veterans, is passionate about crafting customized solutions to meet our clients' needs. Together, we empower leading automakers to thrive in today's fast-paced industry.

We’re committed to fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and excellence. We're looking for team members who prioritize safety by adhering to company policies, regulations, and applicable laws while embracing our core values. As part of our team, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and positive work environment by consistently following safety rules, operating guidelines, and procedures. Your commitment to continuous improvement will contribute to enhancing safety, efficiency, and overall workplace satisfaction. Join us in creating a workplace where every employee's well-being is paramount, and together, let's strive for excellence.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the Operations team, you will play a crucial role in managing inbound vehicles, with a strong focus on safety. Success in this role will require the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment. As a Yard Associate, you’ll be responsible for:

Safely operating vehicles both on-site and on public roadways.
Conducting vehicle inspections and maintaining accurate inventory records.
Collaborating closely with team members to maintain operational efficiency.
Load and unload vehicles from train cars.
Driving team members in a van to designated locations when assigned.
Flexibility to adapt to various tasks and duties as assigned by supervisors to support operational needs.

Candidate Requirements

We are seeking a self-motivated and collaborative Yard Associate with at least 5 years of driving experience. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic along with respect for people and our policies and values.

Strong driving skills with an exemplary level of safety awareness, quality, and compliance.
Proficiency in operating handheld scanners and other equipment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
Must hold a current, valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
Ability to pass drug screening and criminal background check.

Physical Demands of the Job

Work in various indoor and outdoor environments.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, standard operating procedures, work instructions, procedure manuals, and policies.
Quickly respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
Comfortably wear personal protective equipment.
Frequently navigate a busy environment.
Occasionally carry, lift, move, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
Maintain stationary positions for extended durations as needed.
Visual acuity and physical dexterity are essential for performing the duties associated with the role.

Additional Information

This position requires the employee to be onsite.
A person applying for this position must be available to work full-time, weekends, nights, or an on-call schedule when necessary.
As an employee, you will be responsible for retaining a valid driver's license, free from any drug or alcohol-related driving convictions or reckless driving and always remain “insurable” while operating company owned or controlled vehicles.

Management retains the right to modify this job description as needed.

Precision Vehicle Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, protected veteran or disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

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