Part Time Porter

Lou Fusz Buick GMC•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Lou Fusz Automotive Network is hiring a part-time Porter, described in the posting as an Automotive Detailer / Car Washer / Lot Attendant. The position helps maintain the appearance of vehicles and the dealership and supports a clean, professional customer experience. It is a union position governed by the Automotive, Petroleum and Allied Industries Employees Union, Local 618. The role involves washing and detailing vehicles, preparing them for display or delivery, moving and organizing vehicles around dealership and service areas, and maintaining clean, presentable dealership spaces. The successful candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, able to work efficiently and collaboratively, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Previous automotive or dealership experience is helpful but not required. The company describes the position as an opportunity to begin an automotive career and potentially develop and advance within the organization.

Requirements

Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Dependability and excellent attendance.
Pride in producing clean, high-quality work and strong attention to detail.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, independently and as part of a team.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Ability to safely operate vehicles on dealership property.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, reach, and lift as required to perform the job.
Willingness to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Previous automotive detailing, car washing, lot attendant, or dealership experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Wash, clean, and detail new, used, service, and customer vehicles.
Clean vehicle exteriors, including wheels, tires, windows, and other exterior surfaces; dry vehicles after washing.
Clean and vacuum vehicle interiors, including carpets, seats, dashboards, consoles, door panels, and windows.
Remove trash, dirt, dust, and debris from vehicles and perform basic interior and exterior detailing.
Apply appropriate cleaning and detailing products to vehicle surfaces.
Maintain presentable vehicles for display, delivery, service customers, and dealership use; prepare vehicles for customer delivery to dealership standards.
Move vehicles throughout dealership lots and service areas, park them in designated locations, and maintain organized vehicle inventory.
Locate and stage vehicles for customers, Sales Consultants, Service Advisors, and management.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dealership lot, service drive, and vehicle display areas.
Assist with fueling vehicles and maintaining appropriate fuel levels as needed.
Help maintain vehicle keys and ensure vehicles are parked in the proper locations; assist with lot organization and inventory movements.
Maintain and properly use detailing equipment, tools, and supplies.
Notify management of vehicle damage, safety concerns, or maintenance issues discovered during detailing.
Follow procedures for protecting customer vehicles and personal property.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow company safety policies and procedures.
Provide friendly, professional service to customers and fellow employees.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.