Sales Porter - Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek

Company Description

Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek is looking for a Sales Porter to join our team!

Salary: $20.00 per hour

Why work for Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek?

More than half of our employees have had an internal promotion at our dealership. Many of our leadership team members were promoted from within our company. Our General Manager started in the automotive industry as a porter!

Do we have fun or are we like every other dealership?

These are some things that differentiate us from everyone else:

• PB&J bar, noodle station, cereal station
• We Ping pong tournaments
• Monthly kick off lunches to feed our awesome employees and acknowledge our top performers in each department!
• Community events
• Monthly employee events
• Celebrity clientele
• And so much more!

How do we rank amongst other Mercedes-Benz dealerships in the Bay Area?

• We are the #1 New and Pre-owned Mercedes-Benz dealership in Northern CA.
• We are the #1 EQ Mercedes-Benz dealership in the country.

Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek is a Sonic Automotive Dealership. At Sonic Automotive, we believe in providing an exceptional experience for both our guests and our teammates. Please visit our career page at https://jobs.sonicautomotive.com/culture.

Job Description

The Sales Porter plays a key support role in the day-to-day operations of the dealership’s used vehicle department. This position is responsible for maintaining the appearance, organization, and readiness of the vehicle inventory, while assisting the sales team with vehicle logistics and customer support tasks. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Move, park, and organize vehicles on the lot and showroom to ensure an attractive and orderly display
• Clean and prepare vehicles for sale, including washing, vacuuming, and light detailing
• Ensure all vehicles are fueled, charged (if applicable), and ready for test drives
• Assist sales staff in retrieving and staging vehicles for customers
• Maintain cleanliness of the lot, showroom, and surrounding areas
• Perform basic vehicle inspections (check tire pressure, fluid levels, battery status, etc.)
• Transport vehicles between dealership locations, auctions, or service departments as needed
• Install or remove dealer tags, license plates, and window stickers
• Support special events, promotions, and sales activities as required
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies

Qualifications

• Prior experience in automotive or lot porter roles is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to operate both automatic and manual transmission vehicles (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions in a fast-paced dealership environment.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching throughout the shift.

Required:

• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, and valid driver's license.

Additional Information

(The Sales Porter Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges.  Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of $20.00.)  

Schedule:

• Full Time
• Monday through Sunday availability 

It's time to make the most important move of your career.  From our cooperative, team-based approach, to our more than 1,000 internal advancements each year, it's easy to see the difference. When you join our organization, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and unparalleled benefits. Simply put, you'll experience the best that a career in the automotive industry has to offer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.