Yard Worker

Job Title: Yard Worker
Job Description

The Yard Worker plays a key role in preparing vehicles for auction by safely checking in, cleaning, and documenting wrecked vehicles in a large outdoor yard. This position involves working hands-on with vehicles as they arrive, using a handheld device to record detailed information, and ensuring each vehicle is ready to move to the holding lot.

Responsibilities

• Clean vehicles thoroughly during the check-in process, including vacuuming interiors, removing trash, and organizing the vehicle’s interior so it is presentable for auction.
• Collect and carefully bag personal belongings found inside vehicles, keeping them separate and organized for proper handling.
• Wrap and secure any broken glass or sharp edges in plastic wrapping to maintain safety and prevent further damage.
• Use a handheld device to enter detailed vehicle information such as color, make, model, VIN number, visible damage, and overall vehicle condition.
• Take clear and accurate photos of vehicles using the handheld device to document their condition for auction records.
• Assess and document visible damage and general quality of each vehicle during check-in, using basic mechanical awareness to identify issues where needed.
• Move vehicles through the yard as part of the check-in and staging process, ensuring each vehicle is properly cleaned, identified, and sent to the holding lot.
• Work safely in a yard environment with hundreds of wrecked vehicles, frequently getting in and out of vehicles to gather details and take pictures.
• Lift and move items up to 50 lbs as needed when handling vehicle components or related materials.
• Follow all safety procedures and yard guidelines while working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Essential Skills

• Ability and willingness to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions, including snow, cold, heat, and rain.
• Basic general labor experience in physically demanding roles.
• Comfort working in an outdoor environment such as yard work, landscaping, construction, or general construction.
• Basic mechanical aptitude, such as changing tires, jump-starting vehicles, or performing simple mechanical checks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when required.
• Basic tech-savvy skills and comfort using handheld devices or simple digital programs.
• Attention to detail when recording vehicle information, documenting damage, and collecting personal belongings.
• Ability to move safely in and out of vehicles repeatedly throughout the workday.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in yard work, general labor, construction, landscaping, or outdoor cleaning roles.
• Experience working around vehicles or in an automotive-related environment.
• Familiarity with documenting information using mobile devices or scanners.
• Comfort working in a large yard with many damaged or wrecked vehicles.

Why Work Here?

You will join a hands-on, active work environment where you spend your day outdoors rather than behind a desk. The role offers steady, physical work with clear tasks and processes, allowing you to see the results of your efforts as vehicles move through the yard. You will work with a supportive onsite team that values reliability, safety, and teamwork, and you will gain valuable experience in a unique automotive auction environment.

Work Environment

This is a fully outdoor position based in a large yard containing hundreds of wrecked vehicles. Yard Workers remain outside for the entire shift and must be comfortable working in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and snow. There is a small office onsite where paperwork is handled, but this role is primarily field-based. The job requires frequent movement around the yard and repeatedly getting in and out of vehicles to take photos, gather details, and complete check-in tasks. The environment is physical and hands-on, with a focus on safety around damaged vehicles and equipment. Typical attire is practical outdoor work clothing suitable for varying weather conditions and physical labor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bessemer, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bessemer,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.