Experienced Auto Parts Puller – MUST HAVE OWN TOOLS – Salvage Yard

Experienced Vehicle Dismantler

Full-Time | Indoor Facility | Performance-Based Pay

About the Position

Payless4Parts is expanding our team and is seeking an experienced Vehicle Dismantler with strong mechanical skills and hands-on automotive experience.

This is a full-time, in-person position. Vehicles are positioned on automotive lifts, allowing our dismantlers to safely and efficiently remove engines, transmissions, drivetrain components, suspension assemblies, and other valuable parts for inventory.

This position is designed for someone who already understands automotive systems and can work independently while maintaining a high level of quality and safety.

This is NOT an entry-level position. If you don’t have experience pulling parts or own tools, please do not apply.

Quality matters. All dismantling work must be completed safely, correctly, and according to Payless4Parts' standards.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous professional experience as a vehicle dismantler, automotive technician, mechanic, or salvage-yard dismantler.
• This is NOT an entry-level position. If you don’t have experience pulling parts or own tools, please do not apply.
• Strong understanding of automotive mechanical systems and components.
• Experience safely operating and working around two-post lifts/automotive hoists
• Ability to remove engines, transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, suspension components, and other mechanical assemblies.
• Experience identifying valuable components and removing them without causing unnecessary damage.
• Ability to accurately follow dismantling orders and determine which parts need to be removed for inventory.
• Your own reliable hand tools and power tools required to perform the job.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physically demanding work throughout the workday.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and with a team.

Primary Responsibilities

As a Vehicle Dismantler, your responsibilities will include:

• Safely dismantling cars, trucks, and SUVs inside and outside our facility based on what is needed.
• Using automotive lifts and appropriate equipment to access and remove vehicle components.
• Removing engines, transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, suspension assemblies, catalytic converters, and other designated parts.
• Properly draining and handling automotive fluids and materials in accordance with company procedures.
• Selecting and using the appropriate tools and equipment for each job.
• Removing parts carefully to minimize damage and preserve their resale value.
• Following vehicle-specific dismantling instructions and production requirements.
• Working toward daily productivity goals while maintaining quality standards.
• Keeping your workstation, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and safe.
• Reporting damaged, missing, or incorrectly identified/inventoried components to management.
• Working cooperatively with the production team to maintain an efficient workflow.

Why Join Payless4Parts?

• Indoor/Outdoor work environment year-round.
• Work on vehicles using automotive lifts and working outside.
• Monday–Friday schedule.
• Performance-based compensation that rewards experienced and productive employees.
• Steady work with a growing automotive recycling company.
• Opportunity to develop your skills.
• Employee discount.

Position Details

Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Work Location: In person
Pay: $16.00-$18.00 per hour, performance-based

Application Questions

• This position is performed indoors on automotive lifts and uses a performance-based pay structure. Are you comfortable working under these conditions while meeting our production, quality, and safety expectations?
• How many years of professional experience do you have dismantling vehicles or working as an automotive technician/mechanic?
• Please describe your experience removing engines, transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, suspension assemblies, and other major automotive components.
• Have you worked in an automotive recycling facility, salvage yard, dealership, repair shop, or similar environment? If so, please describe your previous role.
• What hand tools, power tools, and automotive equipment do you currently own and regularly use?

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.

If you're an experienced automotive professional who takes pride in working efficiently, safely, and correctly, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today and tell us about your experience.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• Do you have your own tools to dismantle parts off of cars?

Experience:

• dismantling vehicle: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person