Vehicle Porter & Lot Attendant — Safe, Friendly Transport

Bartow Ford Company; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

Bartow Ford Company is seeking a Porter to safely move, deliver and return vehicles across the dealership lot and to customer locations. You will greet customers, assist service staff, and maintain vehicle cleanliness while following safety rules.

Requirements include a Florida driver’s license with a clean record, ability to lift 50 pounds, background check and drug test. Hours are Monday–Friday 7:00am–5:30pm with rotating Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Must submit to a background check and drug test.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience driving larger pickup trucks is a plus.
• Ability to work in outside elements.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Move and park vehicles safely in designated areas on the lot.
• Organize service vehicles for easy access and efficient workflow.
• Retrieve vehicles for customers, cashiers and advisors as needed.
• Keep vehicles pulled up in all service lanes.
• Ensure vehicles are clean and presentable when returned to customers.
• Install protective covers on seats and install floor mats on all vehicles.
• Greet customers when arriving for service.
• Provide friendly and professional interaction with customers and staff.
• Direct customers to the appropriate service advisor or waiting area.
• Provide courtesy rides to customers’ homes, work etc.
• Pick up customer vehicles and drive them back to customer locations.
• Keep the service lot clean, organized, and free of debris.
• Remove trash or hazards from the lot as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas, parking lots, and customer waiting areas.
• Perform walk-around inspection, videos and pictures to identify vehicle damage.
• Report on any vehicle damage or issues to the Manager immediately.
• Responsible for checking interior through all accessible windows.
• Open and inspect all compartments and seating areas.
• Complete Vehicle Safety Check on every vehicle.
• Assist with errands or tasks.
• Deliver parts or paperwork as requested.
• Help with setting up and closing the service area daily.
• Follow all dealership safety protocols and procedures.
• Operate vehicles safely and obey all traffic laws on and off the lot.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Bartow Ford Company is seeking a Porter to safely move, deliver and return vehicles across the dealership lot and to customer locations. You will greet customers, assist service staff, and maintain vehicle cleanliness while following safety rules.

Requirements include a Florida driver’s license with a clean record, ability to lift 50 pounds, background check and drug test. Hours are Monday–Friday 7:00am–5:30pm with rotating Saturdays.