Scrap Technician

GLS North America, 34364 Goddard Rd., Romulus, Michigan, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:00 AM

At GLS North America, we power the behind-the-scenes operations of the automotive industry. As an industry leader in garage services, event and location services, and custom vehicle solutions with decades of proven customer satisfaction, our wide range of capabilities and 18 operating locations spanning across North America ensure we are always equipped to service your needs. Whether it’s fleet management, advertising and marketing support, custom IT solutions, event coordination, car prep services, or logistics, we make the impossible possible.

Join a team that’s focused, nimble, and driven to succeed. GLS North America is where creativity meets precision—and where your work helps shape the next stage of the automotive evolution. Your journey starts here!

• Stability & Success
  : 75+ years of family-owned excellence.
• Work-Life Balance
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  Consistent scheduling so you’ll always know when you’re working.
• Weekly Pay & On-Demand Pay
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  Get paid every week, with access to same-day pay when you need it.
• Benefits For All Stages of Life
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  From medical, dental, and vision coverage, to disability and life insurance, we’ve got you covered.
• 401K with Company Match
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  Plan for your future while working with us.
• Paid Time Off
  : 2 weeks of PTO starting after just 30 days.
• Recognition Programs
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  We celebrate your hard work through multiple recognition programs based on service, values, and performance.
• Growth & Leadership Experience
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  We believe in developing our team and promoting from within.
• Inclusive Work Culture
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  Work alongside diverse talent with a range of skills and knowledge.
• Community Engagement
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  We’re proud to support our local communities through participation in various events.

As a Scrap Technician, you will prep vehicles for the crusher which includes fluids being drained, tires deflated, airbags removed, battery removed, and EV/Hybrid battery removed. Salable parts are removed per the work order. This may include doors, hoods, decklids, bumpers, interiors, and drive trains. Some vehicles receive a body cut. Removed parts are tagged and palleted in accordance with the work orders.

• Properly conduct scrap process on vehicles per work order.
• Conduct the salvage process for each vehicle per work order.
• Properly break down tires and wheels when needed.
• Operate equipment including saws, drills, grinders, sanders, buffers, plasma cutters, power tools, impact guns, MIF and TIG welder/torches and hand tools to take apart vehicles.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Adhere to Suburban Automotive Service’s DRIVEN values and align business practices to support the SAS mission and vision.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Must be customer service oriented.
• Must have exceptional time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Must be a reliable team player.
• Must have verifiable mechanical skills, related field experience, and management experience.
• Understanding of fabrication including welding and metal working tools operation.
• Able to identify parts and vehicle components with a detailed understanding of vehicle systems and the ability to diagnose system failures.
• Knowledge of customer reporting requirements, based on vehicle or project.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook applications preferred.

• 50% of the time in this position you will be sitting while working.
• 50% of the time in this position you will be walking and standing while working.
• Must be able to lift over 50 lbs., work overhead, kneel, squat, or work from compromising positions for short periods of time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.