What are the responsibilities and job description for the Porter position at Penske Vehicle Services?
Position: Porter
Location: Metro-Detroit, MI
Reports To: Department Manager
Description:
The Porter is tasked with various support functions aligned with Mechanical, Paint, Quality and Company Vehicle Operations. The Porter may move vehicles on public roads between locations or may also organize vehicles in lots on ground.
Essential Job Functions:
- Responsible for moving company vehicles to appropriate location
- Responsible for fueling, vacuuming and cleaning/washing company vehicles
- Perform physical inspections of used vehicles
- Receive new vehicles inspection for damage, cleanliness, etc.
- Assist in the exchange process of vehicles being dropped off or picked up
- Reconciling vehicle shippers and recording VIN #s to match with inventory system
- Shuttle technical personnel between work locations
- Filing of vehicle paperwork and other office tasks
- Following all company policies relating to safe driving
- Other duties deemed necessary by management
- Parking lot organization of vehicles in accordance with lot numbering
Position Qualifications:
- Education HS diploma or equivalent
- Excellent driving record (less than 4 points on driving record
- Able to drive a manual transmission
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Capable written and oral communication
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Other Requirements:
- Lifting Requirements: 5 25lbs.
- Activity Requirements: moderate to high level of physical activity