Salvage Yard Cleaner & Organizer Location: Grand Rapids, MI, 49519 Responsibilities: * Ensure auto yard is cleaned and maintained * Setting out vehicles as assigned * Recording information on ...
Salvage Yard Cleaner & Organizer Location: Grand Rapids, MI, 49519 Responsibilities: * Ensure auto yard is cleaned and maintained * Setting out vehicles as assigned * Recording information on ...
Salvage Yard Cleaner & Organizer
$15 - $16/hr
Salvage Yard Cleaner amp; OrganizerLocation: Grand Rapids, MI, 49519Responsibilities: * Ensure auto yard is cleaned and maintained * Setting out vehicles as assigned * Recording information on ...
Salvage Yard Cleaner & Organizer
$15 - $16/hr
Salvage Yard Cleaner amp; OrganizerLocation: Grand Rapids, MI, 49519Responsibilities: * Ensure auto yard is cleaned and maintained * Setting out vehicles as assigned * Recording information on ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
$14.75 - $18.50/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
$14.75 - $18.50/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$14.50 - $18.25/hr
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Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$14.50 - $18.25/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$14.50 - $18.25/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$14.50 - $18.25/hr
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Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$19/hr
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Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Hesperia, CA · On-site
$18/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Hesperia, CA · On-site
$18/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Tampa, FL · On-site
$15 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Tampa, FL · On-site
$15 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$14.50 - $18.25/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Bradenton, FL · On-site
$14.50 - $18.25/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
North Charleston, SC · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
North Charleston, SC · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Tampa, FL · On-site
$15 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Tampa, FL · On-site
$15 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
North Charleston, SC · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
North Charleston, SC · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Salvage Yard Worker
$17 - $20/hr
Locate and remove parts from vehicles in the yard in a safe manner. Pay $17.00 - $20.00hr depending on experience Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with 1hr lunch Essential Job Duties Full Service ...
Salvage Yard Worker
$17 - $20/hr
Locate and remove parts from vehicles in the yard in a safe manner. Pay $17.00 - $20.00hr depending on experience Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with 1hr lunch Essential Job Duties Full Service ...
Salvage Yard Tech - Dallas, TX
Dallas, TX · On-site
$16 - $19.25/hr
Drug free workplace JOB SUMMARY Salvage Yard Technicians must provide safe proficiency and expertise with the use of cutting torches, welders, hand/air tools and basic power tools including grinders ...
Salvage Yard Tech - Dallas, TX
Dallas, TX · On-site
$16 - $19.25/hr
Drug free workplace JOB SUMMARY Salvage Yard Technicians must provide safe proficiency and expertise with the use of cutting torches, welders, hand/air tools and basic power tools including grinders ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Tampa, FL · On-site
$15 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Tampa, FL · On-site
$15 - $19/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Salvage Yard Worker
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
Locate and remove parts from vehicles in the yard in a safe manner. Essential Job Duties Full Service Essential Job Duties: * Receive labels from thesupervisor for parts to be pulled. * Pull ...
Salvage Yard Worker
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
Locate and remove parts from vehicles in the yard in a safe manner. Essential Job Duties Full Service Essential Job Duties: * Receive labels from thesupervisor for parts to be pulled. * Pull ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Houston, TX · On-site
$14.75 - $18.50/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Houston, TX · On-site
$14.75 - $18.50/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Houston, TX · On-site
$17/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
Automotive Salvage Yard Worker
Houston, TX · On-site
$17/hr
Works primarily outdoors removing vehicle parts from salvage cars. Parts can include but not limited to quarter panels, doors, lids, hoods, axles, and suspension pieces * Setting vehicles in the yard ...
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How much do salvage yard jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for salvage yard in the United States is $20.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a salvage yard?
A Salvage Yard job involves working in a facility that collects, processes, and sells used or damaged vehicles, machinery, and materials. Employees may be responsible for dismantling parts, sorting scrap metal, operating heavy equipment, or assisting customers in finding used parts. The job often requires physical labor, knowledge of vehicle components, and adherence to safety regulations. Salvage yard workers help recycle and repurpose materials, making it an important industry for sustainability and cost-effective repairs.
What are some typical daily responsibilities when working at a salvage yard?
Daily tasks at a salvage yard often include sorting and organizing parts, dismantling vehicles for reusable or recyclable materials, assisting customers in locating parts, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Employees may also operate machinery like forklifts to move heavy items and input inventory information into digital systems. Working in a salvage yard usually involves both indoor and outdoor tasks, so adaptability to various weather conditions is important. Team members regularly collaborate to ensure efficient part retrieval and vehicle processing, making communication skills a valuable asset.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the salvage yard position, and why are they important?
To thrive working at a salvage yard, you need strong mechanical aptitude, basic automotive knowledge, physical stamina, and often a high school diploma or GED. Familiarity with tools like forklifts, power saws, and inventory management systems, as well as safety certifications such as OSHA training, can be highly beneficial. Soft skills including attention to detail, teamwork, and solid customer service make candidates stand out. These abilities ensure safe, efficient operations and help the yard recover value from used materials while supporting a positive team and customer experience.
Do salvage yards make good money?
Salvage yard workers can earn varying wages depending on experience, location, and job responsibilities. Entry-level positions may pay minimum wage, while experienced employees or those with specialized skills can earn higher wages, often supplemented by overtime or commissions. Overall, income potential is moderate compared to other trades, with some workers earning a stable income through efficient operations and knowledge of auto parts and recycling processes.
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Salvage Yard Cleaner & Organizer
Grand Rapids, MI • On-site
Weller Auto •
Trucking • 1 - 5K employees1,001 - 5,000 employees
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Job Description: Salvage Yard Cleaner & Organizer
Location: Grand Rapids, MI, 49519
Responsibilities:
Location: Grand Rapids, MI, 49519
Responsibilities:
- Ensure auto yard is cleaned and maintained
- Setting out vehicles as assigned
- Recording information on vehicles set accurately and in a timely manner
- Fill out appropriate paperwork as required
- Any other miscellaneous tasks assigned
- Willing to work independently and stay on task
- Highly dependable and approachable
- Attentive to detail and hardworking
- Forklift experience is preferred
- Auto knowledge is preferred
About Weller Truck Parts
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Industry
Trucking
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Grand Rapids, MI, US
Year founded
1932
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Benefits
Hours and flexibility
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