The Outside Inventory Clerk is responsible for the physical check-in, inspection, inventory, and photography of incoming vehicles at Pick Your Part. This hands-on, outdoor position verifies vehicle identification, documents vehicle condition and available parts, and prepares vehicles for the next stage of yard processing. The role also supports upkeep of the vehicle holding area and may assist with basic vehicle preparation when primary intake duties are complete. Office purchasing, payment, and title paperwork are handled by the Inside Procurement team.
Essential Job Duties – Outside Vehicle Check-In

• Receive vehicles in the designated outside intake or holding area after the inside check-in process is completed.
• Physically verify vehicle identification numbers (VINs), stock numbers, and other identifying information against assigned intake records.
• Inspect vehicles for visible damage, missing components, and overall condition; accurately document findings.
• Apply stock numbers, barcodes, inventory stickers, and other required vehicle identification labels.
• Report VIN mismatches, safety concerns, or vehicle discrepancies to the appropriate inside procurement or yard team member.

Essential Job Duties – Vehicle Inventory & Photography

• Inspect and record available vehicle parts and components in company inventory systems.
• Identify and document high-value parts and cores, including engines, transmissions, wheels, tires, catalytic converters, and other components as applicable.
• Take clear photographs of vehicle exteriors, interiors, damage, and individual parts or components as required.
• Upload photographs and enter accurate inventory descriptions and vehicle condition details into designated systems.
• Flag potentially hazardous or regulated components, including recalled airbags and high-voltage batteries, for qualified personnel; do not handle them unless specifically trained and authorized.
• Ensure inventory and photo records are complete before vehicles advance to the next processing stage.

Essential Job Duties – Holding Area & Additional Support

• Keep the vehicle holding area clean, organized, and free of unnecessary debris and obstructions.
• Assist with basic vehicle preparation, such as removing license plates or conventional 12-volt batteries, when primary responsibilities are complete and when trained and authorized.
• Properly stage, label, and transfer removed items in accordance with company procedures.
• Coordinate with yard personnel regarding vehicle readiness, staging, and workflow.
• Perform other related outdoor yard and inventory duties as assigned.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all yard safety procedures and remain alert to moving vehicles, equipment, sharp materials, and uneven surfaces.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and use appropriate tools and safe work practices.
• Follow established procedures for handling batteries, vehicle fluids, and potentially hazardous components; report spills or hazards immediately.

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities. 

  Minimum Requirements / Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in automotive parts, vehicle inspection, inventory, salvage yard, or other hands-on outdoor work preferred.
• Basic knowledge of automotive parts and components preferred.
• Ability to use a mobile device or camera, enter inventory information, and take accurate photographs.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced yard environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work is primarily performed outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and moving around or into parked vehicles.
• Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, vehicle fluids, uneven ground, and moving yard equipment.
• Ability to lift or move materials within assigned job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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Benefits: 

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 

Paid Time Off 

401k with Generous Company Match 

Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability 

Short-Term Disability  

Employee Discounts 

Tuition Reimbursement

Why Apply:  

Steady, full-time work  

Competitive hourly pay  

Consistent schedule  

Opportunity for long-term growth  

Fast hiring process  Paid Time Off 401k with Generous Company Match Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Short-Term Disability  Employee Discounts Tuition Reimbursement

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