Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.90 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training opportunities
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Martin Automotive Group\Glendora Chevrolet is a reputable automotive dealership known for its commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and quality vehicles. As a prominent dealership, it operates within the automotive retail industry, specializing in new and used vehicle sales and service. The company values professionalism, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence, creating a supportive work environment for its employees. Martin Automotive Group\Glendora Chevrolet is an Equal Opportunity Employer that promotes diversity and inclusion, ensuring a respectful workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. While explicit salary details are not provided, the position is categorized as non-exempt, indicating hourly wage compensation with eligibility for overtime.

The Service Porter role at Martin Automotive Group\Glendora Chevrolet is an essential position within the Service Department, reporting directly to the Service Manager, Parts Manager, or General Manager. The primary responsibility is to facilitate the smooth movement and cleanliness of customer and company vehicles throughout the dealership premises. The Service Porter acts as a key point of contact for customers, greeting them courteously and professionally, reflecting the company’s dedication to outstanding customer service. This role requires the ability to handle multiple tasks including driving vehicles to various locations within the dealership, maintaining the appearance of vehicle lots, and ensuring vehicles are clean and ready for movement or delivery.

This position demands a professional appearance and attitudes, consistent communication with service staff using two-way radios, and the ability to secure vehicle keys with accountability. The Service Porter is also tasked with installing and removing protective items such as seat covers and floor mats, cleaning vehicles both inside and out, and managing the organization of keys and vehicles using tracking systems. Additionally, the role involves assisting customers by driving them to their homes or other destinations when necessary.

Physical demands include the ability to lift light weights, perform cleaning duties, and work in various weather conditions, often for extended hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidates for this role should possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and be capable of passing a motor vehicle report and background check. This position also requires basic communication skills in English, mathematical skills for logistical calculations, and sound judgment to prevent damage and respond to operational needs promptly.

Overall, the Service Porter position at Martin Automotive Group\Glendora Chevrolet is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a dynamic, customer-focused environment and have strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The opportunity offers valuable experience in the automotive industry, fostering personal growth through interaction with various departments and customers. This role is vital in maintaining dealership standards and ensuring customer satisfaction by enhancing the operational flow of vehicle service and delivery processes. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, safety, and professionalism, joining Martin Automotive Group\Glendora Chevrolet as a Service Porter allows individuals to contribute meaningfully to a well-established dealership committed to excellence and community engagement.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • one to three months related experience and/or training
  • valid driver’s license
  • proof of insurance
  • clean driving record
  • ability to pass a motor vehicle report (MVR) and background check
  • ability to work extended hours, evenings, holidays and weekends
  • physical ability to lift up to 25-30 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds regularly
  • ability to communicate effectively in English
  • basic math skills
  • ability to use company databases and software
  • ability to report to work on time and follow directions
  • ability to interact effectively with co-workers
  • ability to accept constructive criticism
  • ability to work in varying weather conditions
  • manual dexterity for data entry tasks

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1-3 months related experience or training
  • automotive experience preferred
  • excellent communication skills for interacting with visitors and inquirers
  • ability to read, write and communicate in English
  • valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
  • clean driving record
  • ability to pass MVR and background check
  • strong attention to detail
  • ability to follow company policies and procedures
  • willingness to work extended hours including evenings, holidays and weekends

Job Duties

  • Drives vehicles to and from service lane, service stalls, and parking lot as needed
  • drives customers to and from their home or other locations
  • keeps new and used vehicle lots neat and orderly, moving cars as directed and in accordance with dealership display standards
  • installs and removes disposable seat covers, floor mats and tags keys from customer and company vehicles
  • uses two-way radios to communicate with staff
  • vacuums and washes with soap, water and other chemicals, customer, new and used company vehicles
  • cleans and sanitizes all touch areas of vehicles at drop off and pick up of unit
  • secures and keeps accountability of vehicle keys
  • secures and locks vehicles when parked in appropriate slot
  • checks daily for damages to vehicles, keys, floor mats, owner's manuals, vehicle accessories etc.
  • uses key tracking machine to sign in and out vehicle keys
  • identifies and directs service advisors to their customers
  • delivers keys and repair order hard copies to the appropriate service advisors workstation immediately after parking a vehicle in slot
  • retrieves customer vehicles for pick up when repair orders are paid in full or as directed by the cashier or service advisors
  • inspects each vehicle for damage prior to moving to ensure lot damage has not occurred
  • reports lot damage and accidents immediately to management
  • inspects new incoming vehicles from factory and dealer trades
  • makes new car packets when needed
  • drives vehicles to and from vendor locations as needed and requested
  • sweeps floors when needed and keeps dealership lot free of trash and rubbish
  • must cut tree branches on the fenced wall
  • performs miscellaneous jobs as needed
  • brings all customer concerns and complaints to the attention of the service manager or appropriate manager
  • parks customer and company vehicles to assigned locations
  • attends meetings and training sessions as scheduled
  • follows policies and procedures as set forth in employee handbook
  • performs other duties as assigned by management

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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