Vehicle Operations Specialist

Vehicle Operations Specialist

Contract Type:

Contractor

Location:

Portland

Industry:

Automotive

Contact Name:

Alicia Licht

Contact Phone:

Date Published:

17-Jun-2025

Hours are 7:30am -4pm onsite in Portland, this is a 3 month contract to start

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure vehicles meet quality standards by washing exteriors and cleaning/preparing interiors.

  • Transport customer and fleet vehicles between primary and secondary locations.

  • Guide vehicles through the pre-delivery inspection (PDI) process, including cosmetic inspections, dynamic test drives, and the use of tools such as compressed air systems and torque wrenches.

  • Utilize computer systems and software efficiently, including Microsoft Office and internal platforms.

  • Perform quality control checks on delivery-ready vehicles and coordinate defect reporting with the service department.

  • Maintain vehicle readiness for delivery at all times.

  • Keep the lot organized and safe, ensuring all drive lanes are accessible and hazard-free.

  • Inspect, prepare, and stage customer trade-ins for auction transport.

  • Support leadership with additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 1 year experience in operations, logistics, or lot management; automotive, EV, or detailing experience is a plus.

  • Experience with service writing and work order creation preferred.

  • Must be at least 21 years old.

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

  • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

  • Valid driver’s license in your state/province of residence or commuting location.

  • Clean driving record:

    • No drug/alcohol-related driving offenses in the past 3 years

    • No more than one serious moving violation in the past 3 years

    • No license suspensions or revocations within the last 3–5 years

  • Subject to ongoing Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring.

  • Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements:

  • Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, including active service centers and outdoor conditions.

  • Ability to perform physical tasks, including:

    • Sitting for 2+ hours

    • Standing for 8+ hours

    • Walking, bending, kneeling, laying, twisting, reaching, pushing/pulling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

  • Frequent use of hands for tool operation, data entry, and communication.

  • Proficient in written and spoken English.

  • Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical documents, safety regulations, and procedural instructions.

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