Shop Porter

Costa Auto Care and Tire; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Costa Auto Care and Tire as a Porter / Shop Assistant and kickstart your career in the automotive industry. This entry-level role focuses on maintaining a clean and organized workshop while assisting experienced technicians. With opportunities for advancement and training available, it's a great entry point for those looking to grow in the automotive field.

Benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Training available

Qualifications

• Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Able to work on feet and move quickly.
• Respectful and team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Wash and detail customer vehicles after service.
• Perform quality control checks on vehicle cleanliness.
• Keep the shop clean, safe, and organized.

Skills

Punctuality

Dependability

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Porter / Shop Assistant – Entry-Level Opportunity
Costa Auto Care and Tire – Oakland, CA
Starting at California Minimum Wage

Are you looking to get your foot in the door of the automotive industry?
Do you take pride in keeping things clean, organized, and running smoothly?
This could be your first step toward a future technician career.

We’re Costa Auto Care and Tire, a busy, family-owned repair shop in Oakland. We’re looking for a reliable and motivated Porter to join our team. This entry-level position is all about hustle, pride in your work, and being a helpful part of the crew.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Wash and detail customer vehicles after service.
• Perform quality control checks on vehicle cleanliness.
• Keep the shop clean, safe, and organized.
• Move customer vehicles in the lot as needed.
• Shuttle customers to and from the shop.
• Pick up parts from local vendors.
• Check in and log delivered parts.
• Assist technicians and service advisors with various shop tasks.

Why This Job Matters:
This isn’t just about washing cars — it’s about being part of a high-performing team. Many of our best technicians started in this role. If you show initiative, responsibility, and a drive to learn, we’ll help you grow.

Requirements:

• Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Punctual, dependable, and coachable.
• Able to work on your feet and move quickly throughout the day.
• Respectful and team-oriented attitude.

Schedule & Pay:

• Full-time or part-time available.
• Starting pay is minimum wage (per California law).
• Opportunities for advancement and training available.