Dealership Lot Porter/ Inventory Support

Inside Car Guys

Dealership Lot Porter/ Inventory Support

Newbury Park, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Opportunity for advancement

    Flexible schedule

    Training & development

    Company Information Inside Car Guys is a fast-moving, process-driven used car dealership. Our inventory and lot presentation directly impact how many cars we sell every month. We run on systems and standards —not guesswork—so the dealership stays organized, vehicles stay ready, and customers get a professional experience.

    Benefits/Perks

    Careers Advancement Opportunities

    Flexible Scheduling

    The Mission (Why This Role Matters)

    The Mission (Why This Role Matters) Your job is to keep the lot clean, organized, and frontline-ready —so every customer sees a dealership that looks sharp and cars that are ready to drive right now . A clean, well-presented lot creates trust and increases sales.

    Job Summary

    We are looking for a Dealership Lot Porter to join our team. If you’ve got a good driving record, a positive attitude, and a love of cars, this could be the position for you. As a Dealership Lot Porter, you will manage the service stalls in our parking lot. You’ll manage the flow of customer vehicles, provide basic cleaning services, and respond to customer requests with an aim toward customer satisfaction.

    Responsibilities

    Morning Lot Setup (Start-of-Day)

    Walk the lot and report any overnight issues (damage, dead batteries, missing keys, messy presentation)

    Move the blocker truck to the street (per management direction)

    Move 3 featured vehicles to street display for drive-by traffic

    ○ Ensure price stickers are visible on street cars for advertising

    Confirm featured street cars look clean and presentable

    Battery & “Ready-To-Start” Standard (Trickle Charger System)

    Set up trickle chargers at the start of the day (charger supports up to 4 cars at a time)

    Rotate charging through inventory vehicles to keep batteries strong and cars ready to start

    Mid-day (after lunch): move the charger setup and continue cycling cars

    End of day: put chargers away properly and neatly

    Lot Presentation & Frontline Readiness

    You’ll help ensure vehicles look “frontline-ready,” including:

    Cars are clean and presentable (basic wipe-down/rinse as assigned)

    Buyer’s Guide is visible when required

    Dealer price sticker is visible and clearly shows price/options/miles as directed

    Windows are clean and free of unnecessary stickers

    Vehicles are parked neatly in correct rows/sections so the lot looks organized

    Vehicle Movement & Inventory Support Stage vehicles for: ○ test drives ○ delivery pickup ○ detail team ○ photos ○ vendor appointments

    Move vehicles safely and carefully (no rushing, no scraping wheels, no careless parking)

    Ensure keys are returned and properly managed per store process (Key per / key control)

    Support for Recon Flow (Pickups / Drop-offs)

    When assigned by Inventory Manager / Sales Management, you may:

    Assist with vendor drop-offs/pickups (smog, safety inspection, repairs, body shop, upholstery)

    Keep clear notes of vehicle location and status for the team

    Escalate anything unusual immediately (new damage, warning lights, drivability issues) 6) Photo Day Support / Merchandising Support

    Help stage cars for photography (clean, lined up, ready)

    Confirm cars are clean and presentable before photos

    Report photo issues you notice (dirty car, missing angles, bad presentation)

    Requirements

    Valid driver’s license and clean driving habits

    Able to be on your feet, outdoors, and moving vehicles all day

    Reliable transportation to and from work

    Willingness to follow process and accept coaching

    Detail-oriented and safety-focused