Pre Delivery Inspector / New Vehicle Prep Technician- Dave Smith Motors
Sonic Automotive
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Qualifications
- Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Ability to complete digital and physical vehicle inspections.
- Familiarity with dealer-installed accessories.
Responsibilities
- Perform full Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Prepare vehicles for delivery and document work performed.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.
Skills
Tools
Job description
Location: 210 North Division Street
Kellogg, ID 83837
Job Type: Production
Experience: Associate
Full-Time
Dave Smith Motors is looking for a detail-oriented and motivated New Vehicle Prep Technician to join our high-volume New Vehicle Prep Team. This role is essential to delivering an exceptional customer experience — ensuring every new vehicle is inspected, accessorized, and ready for delivery at the highest standard.
Hourly Pay:
$18-$20 per hour
Duties and Responsibilities
The New Vehicle Prep Technician is responsible for the complete pre-delivery process of new vehicles, including inspections, dealer-installed accessories, cosmetic preparation, quality checks, and digital reporting. Key Responsibilities
- Perform full Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) following manufacturer guidelines.
- Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections (MPVI) as required.
- Prepare vehicles for delivery, including fluids, tire pressures, fuel, and protective material removal.
- Install dealer-added accessories (floor mats, mud flaps, running boards, tonneau covers, bed liners, etc.).
- Follow proper torque specs, wiring procedures, and installation standards.
- Ensure vehicles meet dealership readiness standards before release.
- Document work performed thoroughly and accurately.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
- Follow all dealership and manufacturer safety guidelines.
- Knowledge of automotive systems, components, and repair procedures.
- Must have own set of tools.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
- All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
- All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.
Compensation (Hourly: Flat-rate):
- $18.00 - $20.00 /hour
- Depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications
(The Technician Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of between $18.00 and $20.00)
Schedule
- FULL TIME
- 5 days a week / 2 days off
- Sundays off
- 401k plan with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Paid Time Off
- Closed for Thanksgiving day and Christmas day
- Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company
- Unlimited referral bonuses for Technicians
- Shoe Subsidy Program
- Employee discounts on purchasing and leasing cars
- Discount marketplace (discounted travel, electronics, travel, etc)
- Wellhub: Access to 12,000+ fitness facilities and gyms nationwide for free or discounted rates
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sonic's Family Emergency Fund
After 1 year of service
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEOC guidelines
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