Service Porter

Swickard Auto Group; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

On-the-job training

Career path opportunities

Employee vehicle purchase and service

Job summary

Crown Toyota in Ontario, CA is seeking a reliable Service Porter to move and stage vehicles, greet guests, and keep the lot organized. This entry-level role does not require experience and offers on-the-job training in a high-volume service operation.

You will support service advisors and technicians, handle light cleaning and detailing, and help maintain a clean, efficient service drive. If you value teamwork and a hands-on start in automotive, this is for you.

Qualifications

• No prior automotive experience required; we will train the right person from day one.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Physically capable of being on your feet and active during shift.
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.
• Comfortable working outdoors in Southern California conditions.

Responsibilities

• Move and stage vehicles between the lot, service bays, and the service drive — safely and efficiently.
• Greet guests on the service drive with a friendly, professional presence.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of vehicles in the service department.
• Keep the service drive, lot, and common areas clean and ready for guests.
• Assist service advisors and technicians with vehicle movement and staging.
• Perform vehicle wash and detail duties as needed.
• Support the service team with general tasks to keep the department operating.

Skills

No experience required

Driver's license

Physical fitness

Reliability

Team-oriented

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Ontario, CA | Toyota | Trusted brand | Service Porter | Lot Porter | Entry-level | Career path | No experience required | Inland Empire | Veterans encouraged to apply | $17 - $20/hr

IS THIS YOU?

• You're reliable, energetic, and take pride in keeping things moving -- a clean, organized lot reflects the standard of the store and you get that
• You work with a sense of urgency and a positive attitude -- the service team counts on you to keep the drive moving and vehicles ready for guests
• You're looking for an entry point into automotive with a trusted brand and a real path to grow

WHO WE ARE

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

At Crown Toyota, the guest experience begins the moment someone pulls onto our lot. The Service Porter is an essential part of making that first impression count -- keeping inventory staged, vehicles clean and presentable, and the lot organized so guests can focus on finding the right vehicle.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Move and stage vehicles between the lot, service bays, and the service drive -- safely, efficiently, and with care for every vehicle in your hands
• Greet guests on the service drive with a friendly, professional presence -- you are often the first face they see
• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of vehicles in the service department -- every car returned to a guest should leave in better condition than it arrived
• Keep the service drive, lot, and common areas clean, organized, and ready for guests at all times
• Assist service advisors and technicians with vehicle movement and staging to keep the workflow moving without delays
• Perform vehicle wash and detail duties as needed to support delivery readiness
• Support the service team with general tasks that keep the department operating at full speed

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• No prior automotive experience required -- we will train the right person from day one
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record -- required
• Physically capable of working on your feet and staying active throughout your shift -- this is an on-the-go, outdoor role in Southern California conditions
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated -- the sales floor depends on you without needing to remind you
• Moves with a sense of urgency -- a lot that runs well makes the whole sales operation run better
• Positive, team-first attitude -- you support the people around you and take pride in your contribution
• Comfortable driving a wide variety of vehicles safely across the lot

WHAT WE OFFER

• $17 - $20/hr
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• On-the-job training -- no experience necessary
• A genuine career path -- motivated service porters at Swickard have grown into sales consultant, service, parts, and operations roles
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
• A team-oriented environment where your energy and reliability are noticed and valued

WHY CROWN TOYOTA

• Toyota is one of the most trusted and in-demand brands in the country -- a high-volume service operation with consistent traffic and a loyal guest base
• Ontario is a central hub in the Inland Empire with strong community ties -- a store where showing up and doing good work builds a reputation that follows you
• The Service Porter role is a natural entry point into automotive -- the lot visibility, team exposure, and operational knowledge you gain here open real doors
• 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 every role on the team, from the showroom to the sales lot
• A supportive environment where your hustle is recognized and your potential has room to grow

Crown Toyota is a high-volume store where a motivated Service Porter who shows up, works hard, and takes pride in the lot quickly becomes an indispensable part of the operation. The work is active, the team is engaged, and the path forward is real for someone ready to build a career in automotive.

If you're looking for an entry point into automotive at a store that invests in its people -- we'd like to meet you.

Salary Description
$17 - $20/hr