About this position
Job Opportunity: Sales Porter
Location: Dealership - Newport Beach, CA.
Department: Sales
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.
About 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 fostering a respectful, safe, and inclusive workplace.
Position Overview
The Sales Porter supports the dealership’s Sales Department by managing vehicle flow, maintaining inventory presentation, and assisting with customer-facing vehicle coordination. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in automotive dealership operations while supporting a high-performing sales environment.
Why Join Us?
Hands-On Experience: Work with luxury and late-model vehicles
Active Role: Physically engaging work environment
Skill Development: Exposure to sales operations, inventory handling, and vehicle preparation
Growth Opportunities: Advancement paths within sales support and dealership operations
Professional Team Culture: Safety-focused, respectful, and performance-driven
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Vehicle Preparation: Clean, fuel, and stage vehicles to ensure they are ready for display, customer viewings, and test drives.
Guest Support: Assist customers with vehicle pick-ups, deliveries, and general, non-sales inquiries in a courteous and professional manner.
Lot Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing sales lot to support safety and presentation standards.
Team Support: Safely move vehicles for test drives, sales staging, and deliveries, as assigned.
Inventory Check-Ins: Receive and inspect incoming inventory, noting visible damage and confirming vehicles meet dealership standards.
Additional Responsibilities: Perform other job-related duties consistent with the Sales Porter role in support of dealership operations, as assigned by management.
Requirements
Driving Assignments Only
Valid California driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Ability to safely operate automatic vehicles (manual transmission preferred but not required)
Driving responsibilities are assigned based on role level and operational needs
General Qualifications
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
Professional demeanor when interacting with customers and dealership staff
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to perform repetitive motions related to vehicle movement and preparation
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, in accordance with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits
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
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining a professional, safety-focused team supporting luxury automotive sales operations, we encourage you to apply today.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.
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