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Parts Puller

LKQ · Hustisford, WI · Full time

Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

You'll use hand tools and power tools to remove parts from cars. Tell me about your experience with tools.

What they are checking: Whether they have enough hands-on skill to remove parts safely and without damage.

Tell me about a time you had to work outside in tough weather.

What they are checking: Whether they can handle outdoor yard work through Wisconsin seasons.

How do you keep a positive attitude when the work is physically tiring?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay friendly and professional, which the posting specifically mentions.

How do you keep your work area clean during a busy day?

What they are checking: Whether they keep up with housekeeping, which the posting requires and which prevents injuries.

What would you do

You pull a work order, but the part on the car is damaged. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate with sales or dispatch instead of sending out a bad part.

Sales and dispatch both need parts from you right now. How do you decide what to pull first?

What they are checking: Whether they ask about priorities and communicate rather than guessing.

About the work

How do you safely move around a salvage yard full of vehicles and equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they are aware of hazards like moving forklifts, sharp metal and unstable vehicles.

Have you operated a forklift or order picker? How do you use one safely?

What they are checking: Whether they can run powered equipment safely, which the posting lists as part of the job.

Why does tagging a part with the right destination matter?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that a mistagged part goes to the wrong customer and causes returns.

How would you package a fragile part, like a mirror or headlight, so it arrives safely?

What they are checking: Whether they take care with packaging, since damaged deliveries cost money and customers.

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The full job description

As published by LKQ.

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career! We are hiring!!! Starting pay $20/hr The Parts Handler is responsible for performing day-to-day activities of the Production Yard or Warehouse in accordance with current federal, state/provincial, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing this facility. This position may be directed by the Production/Yard Leader to assure that the parts are handled in a safe, efficient, and proper manner. Essential Job Duties • Safely maneuver around the yard or warehouse. • Find/Retrieve parts. • Package parts for delivery/or prepping • Any paperwork involved with the parts. • Pull work orders. • Use hand tools and power tools to remove parts from cars. • Operate a powered industrial truck (forklift) or order picker. • Pull and prep all sheet metal and other orders. • Tag all parts properly for the destination. • Communicate with Sales and Dispatch. • Must display a positive and friendly attitude as well as appropriate behavior during work hours. • Cleanliness must be maintained in the work area. • Assume other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities • Not responsible for supervising employees. Minimum Requirements Education & Experience • High School Diploma/GED. Preferred Requirements • A working knowledge of automotive parts. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs. • Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc. • Basic messages communicated orally. May write brief messages and keep simple records. May explain and offer guidance on routine procedures. • Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive, and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures. • Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area. • Results are defined and existing practices are used as guidelines for how to complete work activities; works closely with supervisor/manager who provides broad guidance and overall direction. • Prioritize assigned and routine tasks. Handle appropriately. • Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods. • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. On occasions, an employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. • The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. Must be able to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles that may require getting into awkward positions. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels. • Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements). Benefits: • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance • Paid Time Off • Paid Parental Leave • Fertility Coverage • 401k with Generous Company Match • Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability • Short-Term Disability • Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Discounts • PNC Daily Pay Option Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.

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