Service Porter

Swickard Auto Group; Thousand Oaks, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee vehicle discounts

Job summary

Buick GMC Cadillac of Thousand Oaks is looking for a Service Porter to help move guest vehicles and keep the service drive running smoothly. You will shuttle vehicles between the service drive, bays, and lot, and assist advisors with logistics.

Ideal candidates are reliable, punctual, and able to work self-directed with attention to safety. This entry-level role offers a clear path for growth within Swickard Auto Group’s West Coast dealerships.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Careful with vehicles and handling.
• Self-directed and proactive.
• Prior porter, valet, lot attendant, or driving experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Move guest vehicles safely between the service drive, service bays, lot, and delivery areas throughout the shift.
• Stage vehicles for service write-up and guest pickup, ensuring proper positioning and security.
• Perform basic vehicle washes and light cleaning so vehicles look presentable.
• Keep service lanes, the lot, and staging areas organized and clear.
• Assist service advisors and technicians with movement and logistics.
• Report any vehicle condition concerns immediately to the appropriate team member.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Self-directed

Careful with vehicles

Valid driver's license

Job description

Thousand Oaks, CA | Buick | GMC | Cadillac | Service porter | Porter | Service drive | Vehicle movement | Entry level | Automotive | Southern California | Ventura County | Conejo Valley | Veterans encouraged to apply | $17 - $20/hr

IS THIS YOU?

• You're reliable, careful with vehicles, and take pride in keeping the service operation moving -- technicians and advisors depend on vehicles being where they need to be, when they need to be there, and handled without incident
• You want a stable, active role at a well-run Conejo Valley dealership where your dependability is a genuine operational contribution and there's a clear path forward for people who perform

WHO WE ARE

Buick GMC Cadillac of Thousand Oaks is part of Swickard Auto Group, a hospitality company in the retail automotive space built on one idea -- be the favorite of our guests, our employees, and our manufacturing partners. We operate 40+ dealerships across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii, and whether you’re in Thousand Oaks or Anchorage, the standard is the same. Do right by people, every time

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Move guest vehicles safely between the service drive, service bays, lot, and delivery areas throughout the shift
• Stage vehicles for service write-up and guest pickup -- ensuring every vehicle is positioned correctly, locked, and ready when the advisor or guest needs it
• Perform basic vehicle washes and light cleaning so that service guests receive their vehicles clean and presentable after every visit
• Keep service lanes, the lot, and vehicle staging areas organized and clear throughout the day
• Assist service advisors and technicians with vehicle movement and logistical support as needed
• Communicate any vehicle condition concerns -- new damage, warning lights, or other observations -- immediately to the appropriate team member

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record -- required
• Reliable and punctual -- the service team's workflow depends on consistent porter coverage throughout the day
• Careful with vehicles -- guests entrust their Buick, GMC, or Cadillac to this store and the porter who handles every vehicle with genuine care reflects that trust
• Self-directed -- you notice what needs moving or staging and handle it without waiting to be asked
• Prior porter, valet, lot attendant, or driving experience a plus -- not required

WHAT WE OFFER

• $17 - $20/hr
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• A genuine entry point into the automotive industry -- service porters who perform at Swickard grow into service support, advisor assistant, and lot management roles
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

WHY BUICK GMC CADILLAC OF THOUSAND OAKS

• A high-volume Conejo Valley service department with consistent daily vehicle traffic -- the Service Porter here has real, steady work and a service team that depends on someone they can count on
• Three brands on one lot means varied vehicle types across Buick, GMC, and Cadillac -- the role stays active and the team is genuinely glad when the porter is reliable and on it
• Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
• Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- apply to how every guest vehicle is handled just as much as every guest interaction

If you're a reliable, careful driver ready to keep a well-run Conejo Valley service department moving smoothly --.