Automotive Sales & Ops Trainee

DriveTime Car Sales, LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Consistent work schedule

Monthly bonus

Job summary

DriveTime Family of Brands seeks an energetic team member to greet customers and create a positive dealership experience. You will assist Sales & Operations Advisors during purchasing, present vehicle features, and explain pricing and financing basics to customers.

You’ll follow up with leads and schedule appointments, supporting paperwork and showroom organization. This role emphasizes strong communication, reliability, and a proactive attitude to adapt to a fast-paced retail environment across

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates or bachelors preferred OR equivalent experience.
• 1 - 3 years related work experience. Minimum of 1 year of experience in hospitality, sales and/or retail with a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Ability to progress through a multi-phase, learning certification of Level 1 and 2 assuming increasing responsibility for sales and operations.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record for the previous 3 years.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass a drug test and a background check.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers in a friendly, professional manner and create a positive dealership experience.
• Assist Sales & Operations Advisors during purchasing process including presenting vehicle features, pricing, financing basics, and dealership services to confidently assist customers.
• Follow up with internet leads, phone inquiries, and showroom guests to nurture relationships and maintain engagement.
• Schedule appointments and maintain consistent communication with prospective customers through phone calls, text and email using the expected nurture strategy.
• Support the sales team with test drives, vehicle presentations, and customer follow-up activities.
• Assist with processing paperwork including down payments, title documents, trade information, and loan paperwork.
• Support daily dealership operations by helping where needed across departments.
• Maintain vehicle inventory presentation and showroom organization.
• Help maintain operational flow, organization, and accountability throughout the dealership.
• Utilize internal technical systems to support dealership operations and ensure a seamless end-to-end customer journey.
• Work closely with the sales and management teams to support and achieve dealership goals.
• Be cross-trained in multiple dealership functions to provide operational flexibility while completing assigned tasks.
• Contribute to a positive, energetic, and team-oriented workplace culture.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Communication

Positive attitude

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

DriveTime Family of Brands seeks an energetic team member to greet customers and create a positive dealership experience. You will assist Sales & Operations Advisors during purchasing, present vehicle features, and explain pricing and financing basics to customers.

You’ll follow up with leads and schedule appointments, supporting paperwork and showroom organization. This role emphasizes strong communication, reliability, and a proactive attitude to adapt to a fast-paced retail environment across