SHOP ASSISTANT

Shop Assistant

Lexus of Tacoma, a dealership part of the O'Brien Auto Group, is currently hiring for a Shop Assistant who will be directly responsible for the timely and quality cleaning of customer, loaner, company, and inventory vehicles as they are presented to the wash bay.

This position pays $18.00 per hour. All employees subject to eligibility requirements, we offer the following benefits:

• Paid holidays pursuant to the annual holiday calendar (typically five holidays)
• Vacation based on hire date and paid based on position.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/RX
• Ancillary Benefits such as Short/Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Spousal/Child coverages
• 401(k) plus company match

Responsibilities to include:

• Empty garbage cans
• Sweep floors
• Scrub floors
• Empty boxes
• Empty oil buckets
• Dispose of oil filters
• Clean benches and doors
• Wash walls
• Employ coolant buckets
• Put books away
• Clean bathroom
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management
• Regular attendance is essential
• Work in cooperative, positive, and professional manner with all personnel in the company
• Treat members of the public and customers in a courteous and non-discriminatory manner.
• Maintain professional demeanor while at work.
• Must conform to company policy regarding Non-Discrimination and Harassment

Equipment/Machines/Tools Typically Used: Pressure washers, steam cleaning equipment, water hoses, buckets, sponges, polishers, cloth rags, hand-held squeeze bottles, and mechanics hand tools. Rubber gloves worn as required.

Chemicals: Numerous chemicals are used/handled on a frequent basis. Employee will be trained by their supervisor on the safe handling/use of these substances. Employee will follow all safety directives at all times.

Physical Demands: Intermittent standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, and crouching; lifting of 50lbs or less on an occasional basis and carrying of 25bs or less on a frequent basis; frequent pushing and pulling, twisting and turning of trunk, reaching and handling of objects; occasional climbing, balancing and crawling.

Candidates for this position must possess a valid Driver's License and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background screening and motor vehicle record review.

Lexus of Tacoma is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.