Service Porter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Service Porter

Location: Dealership - Costa Mesa 
Department: Service
Employment Type: Full-Time and/or Part-Time
Compensation: $17.00–$19.50 per hour (non-exempt, hourly; based on experience and qualifications)
Company: Optima Dealer Services, Inc.

Optima Dealer Services, Inc. provides professional staffing and operational support to luxury automotive dealerships throughout California. We are committed to operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and maintaining a respectful, safe, and inclusive workplace.

The Service Porter supports the dealership’s service department by assisting with vehicle movement, customer flow, and lot organization. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals seeking hands-on experience in dealership operations and opportunities for growth within automotive service environments.

• Hands-On Experience: Work with luxury and late-model vehicles

• Active Role: Physically engaging work environment

• Skill Development: Exposure to dealership operations and vehicle handling

• Growth Opportunities: Advancement paths within service and operations

• Professional Team Culture: Safety-focused, respectful, and performance-driven

• Safely move vehicles to and from service bays, customer areas, and designated parking locations, as assigned

• Greet and assist customers during service drop-off and pick-up in a professional and courteous manner

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe service lot and work areas

• Assist with vehicle preparation and coordination to support service operations

• Support Service Greeters in welcoming guests to the service drive, as needed

• Follow all dealership safety procedures and applicable Cal/OSHA guidelines

• Perform additional job-related duties consistent with the role, as assigned by management

• Valid California driver’s license and acceptable driving record

• Ability to safely operate automatic vehicles (manual transmission preferred but not required)

• Driving duties are assigned based on role level and operational needs

• Strong attention to detail and time management skills

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team

• Reliable attendance and punctuality

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

• Ability to perform repetitive motions associated with vehicle movement and lot duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, in accordance with applicable law.

• Competitive hourly pay within the stated range

• Paid sick leave in accordance with California law

• Health benefits eligibility (based on employment status and hours worked)

• Vacation benefits for eligible full-time employees

• Training and advancement opportunities

If you are interested in joining a professional, safety-focused team supporting luxury automotive dealerships, we encourage you to apply today.

Optima Dealer Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.