Mechanic Shop Clerk

Pay rate: $21.55

Work schedule: M-F 6am-2:30pm

About Us

ADESA, a Carvana owned company, currently operating over 50 locations throughout the US. Our Vehicle Service & Logistics Centers, some up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair & reconditioning, auction remarketing, and many of our sites serve as market hub distribution centers. Our inventory comprises hundreds of thousands of vehicles across North America from retail to commercial, OEM & more.

We work in a service industry and embrace a “we” versus “I” culture – help others, and they will help you. Our industry is fun, fast-paced, and competitive – and filled with the best people who are passionate about what they do.

We’re excited about the future! As an industry leader, ADESA is poised for a multi-year expansion including huge investments in facilities, massive sales growth, and an ever-increasing inventory of vehicles! We are looking for great people who want to take this journey with us! Get a sneak peek into life at ADESA!

Role and Team

Job Summary:  Reporting to the Mechanical Services Manager or designated manager, the Mechanic Shop Clerk I will perform clerical duties as assigned in accordance with corporate guidelines.  Provide accurate, friendly quality service to customers when processing customer transactions.  Perform all duties assigned.  Must know, practice and ensure that company policies and procedures and state or federal laws are followed always.

Function (Department Roles)

The Mechanic Shop Clerk I will perform clerical duties as assigned.

Purpose (End Results)

This position performs identified Clerical Duties to support the Mechanic Shop. Task assignments are directed by shop management or designated manager.

Responsibilities and Duties (Key Roles) Mechanic Clerk I tasks including, but not limited to the following: 

Provide prompt and courteous service:  

• • Demonstrate friendliness and greet every person with whom they come in contact.  
  • Maintain a professional appearance and a neat work environment consistent with the Company’s Policies and Procedures.  

Perform various general clerical duties, maintain various files, data, produce reports and correspondence for the supervisor/manager.

Must be familiar with fleet and factory account contracts; know authorized amounts for customer service transactions as described in the account contract.

Post transactions to vehicle account in V-Trace, i.e. mechanical repairs, parts, PSI’s, etc.

Post the shop technician incentive pay for work performed and completed by flags submitted daily.

Compile information needed for various reports and assist in coordinating project-oriented duties at the discretion of the supervisor.Perform customer service transactions as described in the account contract.  Work with other departments to ensure service transactions are authorized.

Resolve any customer complaints in a friendly, courteous manner and advise Management of all serious complaints or incidences.

Practice and promote teamwork always.  Set a good personal example of attitude and performance.

Advise the Mechanical Services Manager of all equipment breakdowns and maintenance immediately. 

Make sure work area conditions do not threaten employee or customer safety.  Keep work area clean and free of clutter.  Sweep and pick up work area daily. Respond to and follow proper procedures on employee and customer accidents, injuries, and loss or damage to any property.  Report all incidents to the Manager.

Any other duties assigned by General Manager or assigned manager

Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in the field or a related area.
• Auction knowledge and experience preferred
• Computer skills required to process customer billing
• Ability to understand and adhere to Company policies in all areas
• Effective interpersonal communications skills
• Must have the ability to interact positively with others
• Customer interaction is required
• Assist Clerks II & Clerk III as needed

Note: This position will not perform any mechanical work.

Major Activities:

• Set work orders in V-Trace
• Enter repairs in V-Trace
• Post charges to vehicle account
• Verify the correct repair charges are submitted
• Process Customer Billing
• Call in part orders and post charges to vehicle account
• Save and tag warranty parts or cores for return to vendor
• Documenting of parts, numbers, vendor names on parts purchased outside.
• Check off each job and return the work order to the Manager if all work has been completed
• Post PSI’s
• Respond to customer inquiries pertaining to vehicles

Physical Requirements:

The physical activity requirements of the position are Light to Medium Physical Work. 

Constant – Sitting, watching, touching or fingering, listening

Frequent – Standing, walking, talking, reaching, feeling, grasping, pushing, pulling, kneeling, stooping, crouching, lifting

Potential – running, jumping, yelling or other rapid forceful movement in emergency situations

Physical Working Condition:

This position is subject to inside environmental working conditions, slightly elevated ambient noise levels, and minor atmospheric conditions affecting skin or respiratory systems, such as fumes, odors and dusts associated with automobile operations and emissions. 

Note:  This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.   The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.

ADESA Benefits and Perks

Competitive Pay | Quality Benefits | Holiday and Paid Time Off | Education and Equipment Reimbursement Programs | Matching 401(k) | Career Path Opportunities | And More!

Legal Stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check.  This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

ADESA is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.  ADESA also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.