Service & Parts Operations Assistant

Mills Auto Group; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Classic CDJR Lancaster is seeking a Service & Parts Operations Assistant in Lancaster, SC. This full-time, on-site role bridges Service and Parts to keep the lot moving and ensure an exceptional customer experience. You will help guests, shuttle customers, and support both departments with warehousing and vehicle prep.

The position offers operational variety, teamwork, and opportunities to grow within a premier dealership. Excellent communication and a collaborative approach are valued.

Responsibilities

• Guest hospitality: greet customers and direct to Service Advisor.
• Shuttle driver: transport customers to/from home or work.
• Amenities management: stock coffee/refreshments and keep lounge clean.
• Vehicle preparation: park incoming service vehicles and stage for pickup.
• Valet and detailing: drive cars through wash and perform basic detailing as needed.
• Fuel management: keep loaners, customers, and lot vehicles fueled.
• Diagnostic support: assist technicians by test-driving vehicles to verify concerns.
• Facility maintenance: keep service lane clean and windows/doors tidy.
• Shipping & receiving: verify daily parts shipments against packing slips.
• Inventory control: count parts, manage displays, and maintain cleanliness.
• Job staging: pre-pull and stage parts for service jobs.
• Core & warranty management: handle core returns and warranty callbacks.
• Tool room stewardship: keep tools organized and inventoried.
• Hot shot driving: deliver parts to wholesale customers and collect from local dealers.

Job description

Classic CDJR Lancaster

391 Lancaster Bypass E, Lancaster, SC

Full Time

Are you a high-energy individual who loves cars, enjoys helping people, and thrives in a fast-paced environment? We are seeking a versatile Service & Parts Operations Assistant to join our team. This unique, hybrid role bridges the gap between our Service and Parts departments. You will be the ultimate team player—ensuring our customers have an exceptional experience, keeping our service lot moving efficiently, and helping our parts department maintain a highly organized warehouse.

If you are looking for a foot in the door at a premier dealership with plenty of room to learn and grow, this is the perfect position for you.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Customer Experience & Service Lane Support:

• Guest Hospitality: Warmly greet customers arriving in the service drive and direct them to their Service Advisor.
• Shuttle Driver: Safely shuttle clients to and from their homes or workplaces while their vehicles are being serviced.
• Amenities Management: Keep the customer waiting lounge welcoming by stocking the coffee/refreshment station and maintaining cleanliness.
• Vehicle Preparation: Park incoming service vehicles in designated lot areas and pull completed vehicles back into the service drive for customer pickup.

Lot Logistics & Vehicle Care

• Valet & Detailing: Run customer and dealership vehicles through the automatic car wash; perform basic detailing or minor cosmetic touch-up work as needed.
• Fuel Management: Keep service loaners, customer vehicles, and lot vehicles fueled up.
• Diagnostic Support: Assist technicians and advisors by test-driving service vehicles to verify customer concerns.
• Facility Maintenance: Maintain a clean shop environment by sweeping/mopping the service lane and cleaning windows and doors as needed.

Parts Department & Warehouse Logistics

• Shipping & Receiving: Accurately check in daily received parts shipments against packing slips.
• Inventory Control: Conduct routine bin counts, track inventory levels, and keep parts displays clean and organized.
• Job Staging: Pre-pull and stage parts for upcoming scheduled service jobs to maximize technician efficiency.
• Core & Warranty Management: Oversee the parts core return process and handle warranty call-backs/scrap parts disposition.
• Tool Room Stewardship: Keep the specialized factory tool room neat, organized, and properly inventoried.
• Hot Shot Driving: Drive the dealership delivery vehicle to deliver parts to wholesale customers and pick up urgent parts from other local dealerships

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