Shop Porter

Land Rover Hinsdale Shop Porter

Land Rover Hinsdale is expanding and investing in Technician talent. We have created the role of Shop Porter for aspiring technicians currently pursuing their technical training. The Shop Porter role is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in getting their foot in the door of a busy shop and learning the foundations of becoming a successful technician.

Shop Porter revolves around assisting management and our Technicians in our Service Department. The ideal candidate will have a passion for learning the foundations of becoming a successful Technician.

What you'll be doing:

• Transporting cars in/out of the shop for technicians.
• Assisting management and our technicians in our Service Department
• Maintaining the tool room and keeping special tools organized.
• Scraping tires.
• Performing light cleaning of the shop.
• Shuttling customers.
• Picking up/delivering cars.
• Racking cars.
• Washing vehicles.

What's it like to work here?

At Bill Jacobs Land Rover Hinsdale, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights, and contributions.

What's in it for YOU:

Our team members enjoy a positive working environment with opportunities for professional growth through training and advancement from within the organization. Our full-time team members also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program including:

• Outstanding health insurance plan - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois (PPO and HMO Plans)
• Generous dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and supplemental insurance plans such as pet insurance, identity theft protection, and pre-paid legal insurance.
• 401K Plan with company contribution.
• Generous PTO.
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service.
• Wellness programs for employees and family members.
• Interested in furthering your education? We have a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Opportunity to further your career with a rapidly growing and successful dealer organization.
• Free On-Site Health Coaching: Take advantage of personalized wellness support from a certified health coach, including guidance on nutrition, fitness, lifestyle habits, and stress management.
• On-Site Physician Assistant: Convenient access to on-site care for minor health concerns, preventative services, and routine wellness support during the workday.

About the company

The Bill Jacobs organization has grown into one of the most respected businesses in the Midwest. Today we have five new car franchise locations offering new models from BMW, MINI, Volkswagen, and Land Rover in Naperville and Hinsdale, Illinois. Current Automotive is our pre-owned electric vehicle dealership, located in Hinsdale. At Bill Jacobs, the cars bring you in and the experience brings you back.

Our employees are the driving force behind the success of the Bill Jacobs organization - one of Illinois' leading providers of luxury automotive products and extraordinary customer service.

Core Values

R - Respect

We believe in taking accountability for our words, actions, and results.

I - Integrity

We believe in honesty, transparency, and doing the right thing.

S - Social Responsibility

We believe in positive community involvement and a commitment to the greater good.

E - Excellence

We believe in raising the bar and challenging expectations to achieve a culture of continuous improvement.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical school/training preferred.
• Currently enrolled at UTI or another technical program with the goal of becoming an automotive technician.
• 1+ years of previous work experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information.
• Ability to handle machinery safely.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet insurability standards.

Nice-to-haves:

Knowledge of the automotive industry