Body Shop Part Assitant/Porter

Knudtsen Foothills • Spokane, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Knudtsen Foothills ABRA is seeking a Body Shop Parts Assistant/Porter to join their team. This is a hybrid position that supports the daily operations of the body shop. The role involves maintaining shop cleanliness, washing and preparing vehicles, and assisting technicians with general shop tasks. A smaller but important portion of the role involves supporting the parts department by checking in incoming parts, verifying accuracy and quality, and organizing parts for efficient workflow. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced automotive environment. While prior experience is helpful, the company is willing to train the right candidate who brings a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.

Requirements

• A team player focused on providing exemplary customer service.
• Able to stand or walk on hard surfaces for the majority of shift in all types of weather while exposed to elevated noise, vibration, and chemicals.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and twist on a daily basis.
• Ability to perform in a physical position.
• Able to safely operate a wide variety of cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans, including both automatic and manual transmissions.
• Strong attention to detail, especially when verifying parts.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Pass a motor vehicle report and possess a safe driving record.
• Pass a criminal background check and drug test.
• Also subject to random drug testing, reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing, and post-accident testing at the company’s request.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a Body Shop environment is desired.
• While prior experience is helpful, we are willing to train the right candidate who brings a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Wash, vacuum, and detail customer vehicles before and after repairs.
• Thoroughly check that all blends are properly buffed.
• Confirm all lights and blinkers work correctly.
• Deliver vehicles for work to be completed by outside vendors and retrieve when completed.
• May pick up from or deliver parts to outside vendors.
• Assist with customer vehicle drop-off and pick-up when required.
• Effectively communicate with techs on what was done.
• Move vehicles in and out of the shop, parking areas, and staging zones.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the shop, bays, and common areas.
• Empty trash, sweep floors, and assist with general facility upkeep.
• Support technicians by delivering tools, supplies, or materials as needed.
• Perform basic lot organization, including parking and tagging vehicles.
• Receive and check in incoming parts deliveries.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and accuracy against repair orders.
• Inspect parts for damage, defects, or quality issues.
• Label, store, and organize parts in designated areas.
• Communicate discrepancies or damaged parts to the Estimator.
• Assist with maintaining a clean and organized parts storage area.
• Help track parts status and ensure technicians receive correct components.

Benefits

• Employer sponsored insurance - medical, dental, vision – for employees and dependents
• Life insurance plans
• Paid time off
• Training and education assistance
• Employee purchase discounts
• 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan (4% Employer Match!)
• Community service opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees