Automotive Mechanic/Dismantler Helper

Company: LKQ
Location: Stuyvesant
Posted on: July 22, 2021

Job Description:

?***$1,000 sign on bonus for excellent attendance and performance.***

LKQ is seeking to add a permanent Engine Dismantler / Breakdown employee to our Stuyvesant, NY salvage yard team. We pride ourselves on providing our customers with a quality part as described. The Dismantler is responsible for properly removing all high-quality auto parts and usable core parts in a safe, efficient, and proper manner from drivertrain coming out of the dismantle department. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who must work in a fast-paced environment, hardworking, dedicated dismantler who can successfully meet production quota. Excelling at this position you must be able to multitask, communicate well with others, have hands-on automotive repair experience with a knowledge of automobiles. This person needs to be very goal orientated and willing to work at a very fast pace while maintaining the quality and accuracy set forth in the job expectations. If you like growth and working with happy, enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy a career with us!

Essential Job Duties:

* Dismantle / breakdown drivetrain within the suggested time constraints in a safety conscious manner. * Label and tag parts to be placed into stock. * Check the quality and product type of the parts. * Must own and maintain all the tools necessary. * Other duties as assigned

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, no weekends

Experience: Must have hands-on automotive experience.

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Complete set of tools as needed to carry out duties. Must possess the ability to follow instructions and to accept constructive feedback. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, co-workers, and the public. Must be a self-motivated, hard-working, and dependable person. Must be a safety conscious person. Must possess the ability to be adaptable and willing to perform duties beyond normal duties.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment:  Sits, stands, bends, and moves intermittently. Subject to intense physical labor and repetitive lifting. Must be able to lift at least 75lbs. Must be able to work outside in various types of weather. Works with hydraulic oils, motor oils, antifreeze, and diesel fuels.

LKQ offers competitive pay and a very generous Benefits package that includes:

401k Plan with generous employer match, Insurance Plans for (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability), Paid Time-Off, Paid Holiday and Tuition Reimbursement program 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts as well as an office environment. Should be able to tolerate high and low temperature levels and occasional inclement driving conditions. Must have high energy level, and the ability to work under pressure. This position requires individuals to occasionally be on their feet except when operating machinery, or performing supervisory responsibilities. Experience with forklift, order selector, pallet jack, and pull cart is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Keywords: LKQ, Albany , Automotive Mechanic/Dismantler Helper, Other , Stuyvesant, New York