How do I get a Job at a CAR DEALERSHIP?
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How do I get a Job at a CAR DEALERSHIP?
So How would I go about getting a job at a higher end car dealership. Should I just walk up to the place (well dressed of course) and ask to speak with a manager. Or do they post their jobs on websites? I'm 20 so I'm not looking to run the place. But I would like to simply wash cars or move cars around or something like that. Nothing major, I just want to work around Cars Right now.
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This is my route in progress:
-I enlisted in the Navy as a diesel mechanic for 5 years and attended various schools while enlisted. I fixed everything from small generators to linkbelt cranes all around the world and never set foot on a boat!. Honorably discharged 19DEC05.
-Attended a tech school for 13 months to learn more on automotive. Graduated with a 3.9 GPA. Uncle Sam paid for that school (MGIB).
-Passed 4 ASE exams in engine performance, electrical, brakes and air conditioning. I got certified 2-3 months before graduating.
I went to interview and im in the process of getting hired by BMW. Im working out a sponsership so I can attend the STEP program.
If you want to work n high end dealerships make sure you have a CLEAN driving record especially if you want to move cars around. Prepare a good resume what will represent yourself and how you can benefit the company you want to work for. Also YES you can walk in the dealership and ask to see the service manager. Many of my classmates have done so and have been hired by dealers such as Lexus, Cadillac and Benz.
-I enlisted in the Navy as a diesel mechanic for 5 years and attended various schools while enlisted. I fixed everything from small generators to linkbelt cranes all around the world and never set foot on a boat!. Honorably discharged 19DEC05.
-Attended a tech school for 13 months to learn more on automotive. Graduated with a 3.9 GPA. Uncle Sam paid for that school (MGIB).
-Passed 4 ASE exams in engine performance, electrical, brakes and air conditioning. I got certified 2-3 months before graduating.
I went to interview and im in the process of getting hired by BMW. Im working out a sponsership so I can attend the STEP program.
If you want to work n high end dealerships make sure you have a CLEAN driving record especially if you want to move cars around. Prepare a good resume what will represent yourself and how you can benefit the company you want to work for. Also YES you can walk in the dealership and ask to see the service manager. Many of my classmates have done so and have been hired by dealers such as Lexus, Cadillac and Benz.
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Originally Posted by Dealer65,Mar 7 2007, 08:32 PM
^^ u don't necessarily have to have a great driving record. mine sucks and i work for a high end dealership. sometimes its all about who u know. trust me on this.
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im at wyotech right now and am in the same boat you are.
all you can do is get your name out there and be productive with who you talk/send your resume to.
a good riving record does help a lot. this is i was not accepted into the STEP program.
all you can do is get your name out there and be productive with who you talk/send your resume to.
a good riving record does help a lot. this is i was not accepted into the STEP program.
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Originally Posted by 02yellowstook,Mar 7 2007, 09:29 PM
a good riving record does help a lot. this is i was not accepted into the STEP program.
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most dealerships now because of high turn over rates will do a background check on every new hire. it could affect getting hired or not, but a great referral to a job or of course knowing "someone" always helps
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Well, get most of the time moving cars around the lot are done by salesmen, and the car washing other than new car prep, is outsourced. You may can get a job working in the new car prep area, where they wash, dry, and detail every new car sold. If you are trying to be a salesman then just walk in and ask, if they aren't hiring give them an application. Next try out a lower end dealership to see if you would even like it. I sold cars for Chryler, Jeep, Dodge and hated it. They flooded the sales floor with salespeople, and it was a feast or famine environment, stab your friends in the back while your shaking their hands.