Mercedes-Benz Van Center Porter

Walter's Mercedes-Benz; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Job summary

Walter's Mercedes-Benz is seeking a Porter to maintain an organized, clean dealership environment and to support service and lot operations. You’ll manage vehicle flow, assist customers, keep displays showroom-ready, and ensure all vehicles meet presentation standards.

Responsibilities include transporting vehicles, staging completions, cleaning and detailing, handling customer drop-offs/pickups, tracking keys, and reporting irregularities. Flexible to evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience: Prior porter or automotive service experience preferred but not required.
• License: Valid driver’s license held for at least 2 years with a clean driving record.
• Skills: Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Attitude: Customer-first mindset with a dependable, team-oriented approach.
• Availability: Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Responsibilities

• Oversee vehicle movement in the Service Drive, Car Wash, Service Shop, and lot.
• Arrange and park vehicles in designated areas.
• Keep parking lots clean, organized, and free of litter and debris.
• Replace sold vehicles with new inventory and maintain showroom-ready displays.
• Assist Service Advisors by transporting vehicles to/from technician stalls.
• Stage completed vehicles for customer pickup.
• Ensure all customer and inventory vehicles are clean and presentable.
• Help maintain car wash and detailing areas.
• Wash, vacuum, and detail vehicles inside and out.
• Apply wax and tire shine as needed.
• Check that new vehicles display correct factory stickers, addendum labels, and pricing.
• Assist with customer vehicle drop-off and pick-up.
• Handle all customer vehicles with care, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Track key usage and vehicle location accurately.
• Report missing keys, vehicles, or other irregularities to supervisors promptly.
• Perform other tasks as needed to support dealership operations.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Customer-first mindset

Job description

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About Us

Walter’s Auto Group has proudly served Southern California for over 50 years, driven by our passion for excellence, dedication to customer satisfaction, and commitment to our community. Our legacy is built on what we call The Walter’s Difference—an unwavering standard of service and professionalism. Join our team and become part of this tradition of excellence!

Why Work With Us

At Walter’s Auto Group, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find a place to grow. We’re known for our strong team culture, open communication, and investment in employee development.

• Paid training and advancement opportunities
• Clear promotion track
• 401(k) plan with company contribution
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Compensation: $17.00 – $19.00/hour DOE

Position Overview

As a Porter, you’ll play a key role in ensuring an organized, clean, and customer-friendly dealership environment. You will support service and lot operations by managing vehicle flow, assisting customers, maintaining inventory appearance, and ensuring that all vehicles meet dealership presentation standards.

Key Responsibilities

Vehicle Flow & Lot Management

• Oversee vehicle movement in the Service Drive, Car Wash, Service Shop, and lot.
• Arrange and park vehicles in designated areas.
• Keep parking lots clean, organized, and free of litter and debris.
• Replace sold vehicles with new inventory and maintain showroom-ready displays.

Service Support

• Assist Service Advisors by transporting vehicles to/from technician stalls.
• Stage completed vehicles for customer pickup.
• Ensure all customer and inventory vehicles are clean and presentable.
• Help maintain car wash and detailing areas.

Vehicle Care

• Wash, vacuum, and detail vehicles inside and out.
• Apply wax and tire shine as needed.
• Check that new vehicles display correct factory stickers, addendum labels, and pricing.

Customer Service

• Assist with customer vehicle drop-off and pick-up.
• Handle all customer vehicles with care, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Inventory & Key Management

• Track key usage and vehicle location accurately.
• Report missing keys, vehicles, or other irregularities to supervisors promptly.

General Support

• Perform other tasks as needed to support dealership operations.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and cleanliness standards.

Qualifications

• Experience: Prior porter or automotive service experience preferred but not required.
• License: Valid driver’s license held for at least 2 years with a clean driving record.
• Skills: Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Attitude: Customer-first mindset with a dependable, team-oriented approach.
• Availability: Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed