Lot Operation Specialist/Porter

Position Summary The Lot Operations Specialist is responsible for maintaining the overall appearance, organization, movement, and readiness of dealership inventory and customer vehicles. This role supports both the Sales and Service departments by ensuring vehicles are properly parked, merchandised, fueled, cleaned, and prepared for delivery or display. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail oriented, fast paced, and understands the importance of presentation, urgency, and customer experience in a dealership environment. Primary Responsibilities Organize and maintain new and used vehicle inventory across the lot Ensure vehicles are properly parked, lined, tagged, and merchandised according to dealership standards Move vehicles safely between departments, storage areas, detail, service, and customer delivery locations Maintain cleanliness and presentation of dealership inventory and display areas Install dealer tags, license plates, window stickers, and marketing materials as needed Fuel vehicles and ensure battery maintenance when required Assist with customer vehicle pickup and delivery support Support sales staff with vehicle pulls, front line preparation, and delivery staging Conduct routine lot walks to identify inventory issues, damage, low fuel, dead batteries, or missing information Help maintain showroom readiness and overall dealership appearance Follow all safety procedures and company driving policies Assist during special events, inventory counts, and lot reorganization projects Requirements Valid driver’s license with clean driving record Ability to safely operate automatic and manual transmission vehicles preferred Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move vehicles throughout the day Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to work in a fast paced team environment Dependable attendance and punctuality required Prior dealership, valet, porter, or automotive experience preferred but not required Ability to follow directions and maintain urgency without sacrificing quality Preferred Traits Self motivated High energy and positive attitude Strong work ethic Team first mentality Takes pride in appearance and presentation Able to multitask and adapt quickly #J-18808-Ljbffr