Description
Job Summary:
The Block Clerk plays a critical role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of auction-day operations. This position supports the auction block by accurately recording vehicle and sale information as vehicles pass through the lane, assisting customers and internal teams, and maintaining a high level of customer service in a fast-paced auction environment. The Block Clerk works closely with Auctioneers, Title Clerks, and front counter personnel to support smooth and successful auction operations.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provides efficient, courteous, and professional customer service to buyers, sellers, and internal staff at all times.
- Maintains a hands-on, customer-focused presence on the auction block throughout the sale.
- Accurately records vehicle information for each unit sold or unsold, including sale price, buyer number, and high bids on no-sale vehicles.
- Enters and verifies title and administrative information, including title availability/status (T/A status), seller announcements, and vehicle notes.
- Ensures that windshield information, run numbers, and vehicle details match computer system records.
- Communicates effectively with the Auctioneer, Title Clerks, and operations staff regarding bid activity and vehicle information.
- Ensures all block equipment, systems, and materials are available and functioning properly during the sale.
- Monitors computer systems and report irregularities, errors, or malfunctions promptly to management.
- Assists customers with questions, concerns, and general auction-related inquiries.
- Communicates operational issues that may impact the success of the auction to management in a timely manner.
- Supports training of new Block Clerks on procedures, systems, and customer service expectations.
- Maintains organization and accuracy under time-sensitive conditions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to relay information clearly.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a team.
- Basic computer proficiency, including data entry and navigation of auction systems.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to recognize and report operational or system issues promptly.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and disciplined work ethic.
- Must be able to follow all safety regulations when working the auction.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous data entry, clerical, or administrative experience preferred.
- Must be computer proficient
- Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
- Experience in auction, automotive, retail, or fast-paced service environments preferred.
- Customer service experience strongly preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Hiring is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout auction lanes.
- Ability to move quickly between auction block stations as vehicles pass through.
- Ability to visually monitor vehicles, screens, and documentation simultaneously.
- Ability to use hands and fingers for data entry and equipment operation.
- Ability to tolerate prolonged exposure to elevated noise levels.
- Will be exposed to all types of weather conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the job