Job Description

The Part-Time Auction Operations Crew Member is a versatile role supporting the successful execution of auctions and daily site operations. Crew Members work across a wide variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to equipment handling, customer service, driving, site upkeep, and auction-day support. This position requires flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to safety and customer experience while performing duties that ensure our auctions run smoothly and professionally

• Support auction yard operations by checking in, staging, tagging, and releasing equipment.
• Safely operate light and heavy equipment, following company standards and certifications.
• Assist customers on-site and provide sale-day support such as shuttle driving, cart driving, or customer service.
• Maintain site cleanliness, perform janitorial and groundskeeping tasks, and operate support vehicles like water
  trucks.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance at all times while reporting hazards promptly.
• Work collaboratively with yard management, operations staff, and the inspection team to deliver seamless
  auction events.
• Contribute ideas for continuous improvement while upholding company values and delivering excellent
  customer experiences.
• Work is performed both outdoors and indoors, often in fast-paced auction environments.
• Physical activity includes walking, lifting, climbing, and equipment operation.
• Seasonal weather conditions may require work in heat, cold, rain, or dusty environments.
• Shifts vary and may include long hours during auction events

Auction Yard Operations

• Assist in all pre- and post-auction yard procedures, including equipment check-in,
  staging, display, and release.
• Operate, drive, and maneuver heavy/light equipment following company policies
  and safety standards.
• Support the DIA (Delivered, Inspected, Advertised) Team with photos, clerking,
  and verification of listings.
• Apply lot numbers and ensure proper equipment tagging.
• Conduct basic equipment assembly, fueling, fluid checks, and light maintenance.

Customer Service & Auction Support

• Greet and assist customers in the yard and auction area; provide guidance to
  ensure a positive experience.
• Support sale-day operations such as equipment movement, cart driving, signage
  setup, and customer shuttling.
• Serve in roles as needed (e.g., Shuttle Driver, Cart Driver, Customer Service
  Representative, Cook, etc.).
  Site & Facility Maintenance
• Maintain auction site appearance and functionality by performing janitorial,
  housekeeping, and groundskeeping duties (all season).
• Conduct facility inspections and report issues promptly to management

• Valid driver’s license (class requirements may vary by location/role).
• Strong focus on safety, attention to detail, and following procedures.
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn to operate light/heavy equipment
  (training provided)
• Customer service skills with a professional, approachable demeanor.
• Willingness to perform physical labor and work outdoors in varying weather
  conditions.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, evenings, and weekends during auction
  periods.
• Previous experience in yard operations, equipment handling, or auction
  environments.
• Knowledge of farming, construction, or industrial equipment.
• Certification in First Aid, Loader Operation, or other relevant safety training.
• Experience in customer-facing roles (hospitality, retail, service industry).

Ritchie Bros. (NYSE and TSX: RBA)

Ritchie Bros. (NYSE and TSX: RBA) is a global asset management and disposition company, offering customers end-to-end solutions for buying and selling used heavy equipment, trucks and other assets in numerous industries including construction, transportation, agriculture, energy, oil and gas, mining, and forestry. Our mission is to create compelling business solutions for the world's builders to easily and confidently exchange equipment. Learn more about us at: https://www.ritchiebros.com/