Automotive Tech & Non-Tech Job Guide

If you want on-the-job experience, health insurance coverage, and more, explore our DARCARS jobs at a car dealership near you. Our DARCARS Careers portal currently shows a wide array of available positions at locations along the eastern United States, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia, and Florida.

Read our guide about the types of job positions at a car dealership, including both technical and non-technical roles. Then, consider our breakdown of how to build your resume. Finally, you can learn about the benefits you can expect when you land a position within our ranks of talented staff.

Consider One of Our Automotive Technician Jobs

Our goal is not only to help families find the cars they want to drive but to help them take those cars the full distance. As such, there are almost always openings on our DARCARS Careers board for talented technical staff that can handle routine maintenance tasks and major automotive repairs. Take a look at some of the most common technical positions that can be found at a car dealership:

• Auto Collision Technician
• HVAC/Maintenance Technician
• Lube Technician
• Automotive Technician
• Body Shop Estimator

Daily operations for our car dealerships may focus more on sales, but our service centers and collision repair facilities focus more on repairing vehicles after they've been damaged in a collision, addressing typical maintenance issues, or tackling major repairs after lengthy wear and tear. There are also customer-facing roles, such as being a Service Advisor or Parts Advisor, which involves giving customers maintenance advice and directing them to the services or components they need. You will also be responsible for communicating some customer requests with the technician involved on the project.

Non-Technical Roles at a Car Dealership

Although our company runs in the automotive sphere, there is a wide selection of positions available for diverse backgrounds. Some of the jobs at car dealers include non-technical roles, like receptionist positions, accounting jobs, and inventory specialist roles. Our selection of roles may be well-suited for those with a great head for numbers or great rapport with people.

Here are just a few non-technical jobs at a car dealership that you can find on the DARCARS Careers site, which can help you gain experience and learn on-the-job:

• Car Sales Consultant
• Accounting Clerk
• Receptionist
• Stock Clerk/Inventory Specialist
• Used Car Sales Associate or Manager

To succeed in a non-technical role at a car dealership, like our car dealership receptionist jobs, you'll likely need to be a people person, be capable of navigating the database for details swiftly, and be able to share accurate information in a precise manner. Here are some of the skills you can develop before and during your career with our car dealerships for optimal success:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to empathize with customers
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• High emotional intelligence and ability to listen
• A can-do attitude

Looking for more ways to succeed in your next DARCARS Automotive Careers role? Keep reading our guide for tips on resume-building, the application process, and interviewing for jobs in a car dealership.

How to Land the Job You Want

When pursuing job positions at a car dealership, you may need to tailor your resume and application to the role, which will let the employer know you have the relevant experience for success. When building your resume, include any accolades, certifications, and schooling you may have that will support why you are a good candidate. Be sure to discuss your years of experience within your resume and your primary responsibilities in your former roles.

While filling out an application for automotive technician jobs or automotive parts jobs, mention any references you may have from previous employers or any courses you've taken to prove you have the ambition or initiative we like to see in our technicians. List your educational background and academic accolades if you apply for managerial staff or dealership accounting jobs.

That being said, be honest about your work experience and where your strengths lie. As a team-based workplace, we like to find employees with complementary skills or who can grow into their roles. This helps craft a beautiful mosaic of people who can work together to get the job done and make our customers happy.

Benefits of Working at a Car Dealership: Discounts, Insurance Coverage, & More

When you choose one of the jobs at a car dealership, you'll get access to high-quality benefits. Many of the roles that we offer come with the following:

• Health insurance, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(K) savings account
• Disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) training and reimbursement

With over 40 years in the industry and more than 30 locations to work in across six states, you can expect excellent benefits from DARCARS. Our team is dedicated to recognizing a job well done and continuing to push forward, meaning that positions often come with continuing education and training and future leadership opportunities.

In addition to all these perks, you may enjoy discounts on vehicle or parts purchases or repairs you need on your car model. During your interview, feel free to ask any questions you may have about the role or the dealership job benefits you can expect once you join the team.

Explore Our Available Roles at DARCARS Careers Today

Now that you know all about the roles available when you look through our DARCARS Careers page, like automotive sales jobs or technical roles, it's time to put in your application. Fill in our DARCARS application form with all your relevant experience, accolades, and more. Our team of talented hiring staff will take a look at your resume and schedule an interview with you if your experience is a fit with our team. We look forward to reading about you!

Frequently Asked Questions

How to work at a car dealership?

To work at a car dealership, you will likely need experience or skills in line with the position you're most interested in. Car dealerships often have roles for those familiar with technical vehicle work, like Lube Specialists, Service Advisors, Body Shop Estimators, and Automotive Technicians. Having three years or more of background in similar roles can help separate you from the crowd. Other roles may require more administrative experience and people skills, like those for Sales Associates, Counter Staff, or Receptionists. Mention relevant certifications and attach references from your previous employer to further help your resume stand out.

How to get a job at a car dealership?

The first step to working at a car dealership is to get an idea of what kind of daily functions you may need to do and then present your experience to show how it coordinates with those functions. In addition to including your past positions and what specific tasks you did in those roles, include any relevant certifications and references. You should also mention if you have used similar programs or have particular skills, like being bilingual, that could help you thrive in a position. You can fill out an application to join our DARCARS team at our online hiring portal, DARCARS Careers.

What is the highest-paying job in a car dealership?

Typically, the highest paying positions in a car dealership work environment are Senior Management. There are upper-level positions as an extension of a variety of roles. For instance, Senior Technicians with certifications and several decades of experience in their field are invaluable to the team and can help guide others through difficult projects. Other highly paid positions include Sales Associates and managerial staff who keep daily operations on the sales floor running smoothly. However, salary levels are also dependent on location and other factors. Salary is an issue to be discussed during the interview process.

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