Key Skills

Job Description

About Us 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/ About The Team About the team - Yard Operations We conduct hundreds of live auctions each year around the world. It takes a hardworking team of energetic people in a wide variety of full-time and part-time roles to conduct a successful multi-million dollar auction – from equipment inspectors, yard managers and operators to administrative staff and customer service representatives. Job Description The Equipment Inspectors are part of our Detailed Equipment Information (DEI) team. They are responsible to perform accurate and thorough visual inspections (eg. wear points, damage, hour meter readings, etc) and functional testing (eg. basic operations) on heavy equipment Responsibilities Responsible to gather and verify equipment inventory information (eg. contract proofs, equipment additions, serial numbers, etc.) Charged with Identifying and recording equipment components, accessories, and asset details Accountable for verifying equipment descriptions, based on our Equipment Standards Manual Ensure the quality of equipment data and other related information Responsible for verifying requirements for warranty applicable items Liable for composing and taking photos of the equipment Provide assistance, as required, to the DEI Team Assist the Sales team with appraisals and write-ups in the field between peak periods Promote a culture where the health and safety of our employees and customers is top priority for all Actively support the RB Unreserved Commitment to Safety: to send everyone home, every day, the way they came to work, by taking personal responsibility for your safety and safety of your team, co-workers, and customers Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Fluency in Dutch and/or English Prior experience in equipment management (inspections, inventory and appraisals) and/or inventory control management, preferably in the auction or heavy equipment business Knowledge of industrial and/or agricultural equipment, trucks and trailers Proficiency using computers, MS Office Suite products (Word, Excel) and digital cameras Top-notch written and verbal communication skills (you will be using a 2-way radio and a desk phone) Good penmanship – we need to be able to read your writing and printing easily Excellent organizational skills, a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy Experience working independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. You thrive working as part of a team, and pitch-in wherever needed Strong time management skills: the ability to multi-task effectively and prioritize work are essential A strong customer service orientation

Core Responsibilities

Inspect and functionally test heavy equipment, verify inventory and equipment details, and ensure the accuracy and quality of equipment records. Photograph equipment, confirm applicable warranty requirements, support the Detailed Equipment Information and Sales teams, and promote workplace safety.

Requirements

The role seeks experience in equipment management, inspections, appraisals, or inventory control, preferably in auctions or heavy equipment, along with knowledge of industrial or agricultural equipment, trucks, and trailers. Candidates should be fluent in Dutch and/or English and have computer skills, strong communication and organizational abilities, attention to detail, time management, teamwork, and a customer-service orientation.