[Jgresch]

Jp Suzuki Burnaby. Where do you work and what do you do there?

[BallPeenHammer2]

JP Volvo N. Vancouver, Service advisor

[!Nhan]

what kinda education you need to be a service advisor?

[!SG]

what kinda education you need to be a service advisor?

honestly, this is a vague question. its ultimately customer service. but background knowledge with automotive, at least basic servicing (eg, whats in a tune up?) would be essential.

[PK-EK]

Didn’t want to make another thread, this is kind of off topic but still kind of works since we are talking about SAs

I'm currently working as a Level one apprentice, but I have not passed the new ITA written final exam... (I just tried it a second time a few days ago and i didn't feel good about it)

I do have some service advisor experience because of cut backs at my shop;i am currently the SA and Apprentice
With the new ITA final exam for both 1st and 2nd year and the fact that working on cars is actually "hard work" I was thinking that maybe i should go and be a service advisor at another place.

IDK from what I’ve seen, a lot of successful SAs and Service Mangers were starting off as Apprentices first....

I'm still young so i can still kind of change my mind, but I don't really know what to do
what do you guys think? Tech or SA?

[Jgresch]

^ do you want to get down n dirty and actually do the work, or do you want to advise peopel on what work needs to be done lol

[CorneringArtist]

Did some work experience at both New Pacific Nissan and JP Toyota in Surrey during high school. Yeah, I don't work at either anymore, but at least I have first-hand experience before I go into the BCIT program in a couple of months.

On that note, anyone got a weekend opening for lot attendants? My current FT job only runs to October.

[Jgresch]

where all the sleezeballs at?

http://images.thecarconnection.com/med/used-car-salesman_100182441_m.jpg

[HKS PWR]

what kinda education you need to be a service advisor?
Try this:
http://www.autotrainingcentre.com/automechanic-auto-body-school-surrey/automotive-service-advisor.php
They say "...you can expect your salary automotive service to be $60,000, plus benefits...", but in reality it wouldn't be nearly that high. Expect $2500/month to start, depending on the dealership.

[Jgresch]

Expect half that^
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[lexluthor09]

^that is seriously one underpaid service advisor @ 8 bucks an hour for 1200 a month.

but really it's dealership dependent, they're not all the same.

Didn’t want to make another thread, this is kind of off topic but still kind of works since we are talking about SAs

I'm currently working as a Level one apprentice, but I have not passed the new ITA written final exam... (I just tried it a second time a few days ago and i didn't feel good about it)

I do have some service advisor experience because of cut backs at my shop;i am currently the SA and Apprentice
With the new ITA final exam for both 1st and 2nd year and the fact that working on cars is actually "hard work" I was thinking that maybe i should go and be a service advisor at another place.

IDK from what I’ve seen, a lot of successful SAs and Service Mangers were starting off as Apprentices first....

I'm still young so i can still kind of change my mind, but I don't really know what to do
what do you guys think? Tech or SA?

Let's put it this way, dealing with customers is harder than working on cars. Honestly working on cars is easy. It all becomes routine and diagnostic is just experience and paying attention to what you're working on.

When it comes down to it, it depends where you work at.

I've known techs who clear 100g a year (flat rate busting ass) at the same time I've known some who barely make 40g
I've known service advisors who clear that (commission based on sales) I've known some who make shit all.
I've known techs who make 40 bucks an hour. I've known some who are at max pay at 22 bucks an hour.
I've known lot attendants who make 17 bucks an hour. I've known some who make less than 10.

IT ALL depends on WHERE you work at, small shop, specialty shop, dealership, union, non union, domestic, japanese european.

I cannot stress this last point enough, no matter what job you decide to do, the environment is the most important thing for a long lasting job/career.

[Jgresch]

^nononono

I meant expect half of 60k a year lol

[lexluthor09]

^lol just had to make sure. yeah that sounds more like it.

[Jgresch]

^lol just had to make sure. yeah that sounds more like it.

lol... service advisors making less than lot guys :p

[bassistb]

JP Hyundai Coquitlam Product Advisor

[busdriverman]

Richmond Honda, Car Lot attendant

[Jgresch]

JP Hyundai Coquitlam Product Advisor

sales or service?

[dink]

BJ

[Eff-1]

Are SAs at dealerships paid comission?

[Jgresch]

depends... some places get bonuses that I'm aware of. But they are either on a base salary, or hourly usually.

[!SG]

apparently there is a new course out at BCIT for service advisory.

like with most jobs at a dealership, outside of techs and basic jobs, any advisor, or sales job would be on a performance commission base income. it either be salary or hourly, but would be at a basic level. you get more income based on performance, sales numbers, customer service rating...

depends on the department and company, the bonus can be equal if not more compared to the base pay.

[Tegra_Devil]

Maple Ridge Chrysler - Apprentice Mechanic

[BallPeenHammer2]

I would like to clear a few things up with service advisors.

1: You do NOT need formal education. All that's required is that you possess good C/S skills and that you know the basic workings of a vehicle. All cars more or less operate the same way, with some small details that work differently (ie: AWD system in an Audi is different than in a Volvo).

You usually start as an apprentice, a tech who cannot go on due to injury/boredom, or a wash kid, and move up. I was lucky and I was able to talk my way into a SA job (I do have the mech knowledge).


2: A crappy dealer or a non brand specific shop (IE: crappy tire) will pay by the hour or salary. The usual dealer always will pay an advisor salary, with profit sharing to start. They're in 2 categories:

a) By department profit - Total profit of the service/parts department, customer pay portion only (no warranty claims). The advisor will receive a set percentage of that (0.5% of total profit, ie $150,000, etc). This method is good because the advisors don't need to worry about quota, but the earning potential is less.

b) By per-advisor quota - Set quota for each advisor, all uniform, and different at every dealer (I worked at mitsu, it was 20k/month, while Ford was 30K). The advisor will receive, usually 5% of total customer pay sales at every end of the month, as long as he/she passes the quota. They're pretty easy to pass, given that you know how to push products. (At mitsu I was making EASY 1200-1800/month on commission based on that). The drawback is though, if the advisor misses too many customers, or the shop is slow, they won't make quota. But honestly, it's pretty damn easy. These quotas are pretty easily achieved.

also, There are such things as SPIFFS, which are bonus programs an advisor can earn. They're usually different every month, such as tyre sales, or system flush sales, or if an advisor sells a car, they get money out of that too.

I've never earned less than 45k a year at the least, and the most 65K/year. And that was just my first 2 years as advisor. For maximum profit, it really depends on the dealership, too. I rememeber the top grossing advisor at BJBMW cleared about 60-65K/year, which translates into about 90K gross.

Hope that answers some questions =)

On that note, I would also like to say that what JGresch said about SAs making less than lot boys is completely inaccurate.

[BallPeenHammer2]

Didn’t want to make another thread, this is kind of off topic but still kind of works since we are talking about SAs

I'm currently working as a Level one apprentice, but I have not passed the new ITA written final exam... (I just tried it a second time a few days ago and i didn't feel good about it)

I do have some service advisor experience because of cut backs at my shop;i am currently the SA and Apprentice
With the new ITA final exam for both 1st and 2nd year and the fact that working on cars is actually "hard work" I was thinking that maybe i should go and be a service advisor at another place.

IDK from what I’ve seen, a lot of successful SAs and Service Mangers were starting off as Apprentices first....

I'm still young so i can still kind of change my mind, but I don't really know what to do
what do you guys think? Tech or SA?


Depends on if you would like to be more hands on or more involved with people.

A good tech that's cemented at a shop with good rates can still clear a good amount of money, if they're on flate rate. Generally, an apprentice should be getting around 20/h. a flate rate tech should be at about 25. My shop foreman gets 30 but he can clear up to 18 hours of work a day, so you can imagine the money he makes. He's not a sleazeball. He just knows how to fix things right, and spot potential issues. If anything, he also gives the most discounts in terms of rates.

Mind you though, being a tech is VERY hard on the body. The shit your hands, joints, back go through, not to mention the pressure to perform and the fumes you breathe in. If you're slow, then you're screwed. Not to mention you have to be accurate and make sure shit don't come back.


An advisor's a cushy job, but you deal with more mental stress. You're literally managing the day and personal belongings of MULTIPLE people. Your memory, reaction rate, communication and most of all, organizational skills must be great, or else it will be hard to do. I personally picked advisor because it's what I love to do, and is a stepping stone to where I want to be. Not to mention, I have back problems, so I can't be a tech even if I wanted to =(.

Either way, both is good. All really comes down to if you want stress on the physical or mental level.

[BallPeenHammer2]

Maple Ridge Chrysler - Apprentice Mechanic

Dude. They got a shady ad on the radio, not to mention, AMerican backwater. They should change it. lol

[!SG]

most lot boys ARE lot boys so they can get in as an apprentice in the shop under a licensed technician.

usually, if a spot opens up in the shop, first dibs go to the lot boys or the shop janitor if they are waiting to get into the shop...

[CorneringArtist]

Applied at BJ BMW for the PT lot boy position they had up on the site. Doubt I'll get it, but I need to get my foot in the door again in time for November. If anyone at a dealership needs a temporary or otherwise weekend lot boy, let me know please and thanks!

I've played rugby for three years, so I won't be damaging my body any more than I already have, and the hand/joints/back/fume damage I did to myself as a tech assistant for work experience in 80 hours was way more satisfying than the repetitive precise shit I put up with working at my mom's plastics factory (ie. small components, and work station setup was on average 6 inches lower for my height - NOT fun having to stay hunched over constantly compared to working under a car on a hoist). I've already committed the money on going to BCIT, so I'm not turning back now.

[Tegra_Devil]

Dude. They got a shady ad on the radio, not to mention, AMerican backwater. They should change it. lol

meh

[jjson]

lot boy part time @ westwood honda

[CorneringArtist]

Got hired at the JP Toyota in Surrey as a part-time lot boy.

[kokanee_vtec]

Got hired @ Peace Arch Toyota as a full time lot attendent.

[tubby]

where do u guys apply for these kind of jobs?

and if u don't mind...how much do u make per hr?

[Jgresch]

^ apply at dealerships lol Lot guys usually make 8-12/hr depending on experience...

And I finally found out where I'm being trasnferred to from Suzuki store :)

[jjson]

where do u guys apply for these kind of jobs?

and if u don't mind...how much do u make per hr?

frd hooked me up. 10/hr (im sorta noob, had 1 week experience in hs for work experience)

[TheSalesman]

^ apply at dealerships lol Lot guys usually make 8-12/hr depending on experience...

And I finally found out where I'm being trasnferred to from Suzuki store :)

Where ya goin?
I worked at MCL as a lot boy back in the day....
starts at $14/h

[hchang]

^ apply at dealerships lol Lot guys usually make 8-12/hr depending on experience...

And I finally found out where I'm being trasnferred to from Suzuki store :)

Where ya goin?

North Van?


Where ya goin?
I worked at MCL as a lot boy back in the day....
starts at $14/h

Class 5 required?

Tofu worked at MCL and if I remember correctly he doesn't have his class 5?


where do u guys apply for these kind of jobs?

and if u don't mind...how much do u make per hr?

You can also keep your eyes peeled on our Employement Resources Forum

http://www.revscene.net/forums/employment-resources-f154.html

Occasionally there would be an ad or two popping up looking for Lot Attendants.
Here's one.
http://www.revscene.net/forums/wanted-lot-attendant-t625995.html

I got $10/hour at JP Suzuki as lot boy. Honestly, I'd much rather be a lot attendant over a cook any day. I got paid $12/hour + Tips when I was a cook, and was a ten minute drive from my house, whereas I got $10/hour and I had to drive 30 - 40 minutes to get to work, I would still much rather be a lot attendant because of the environment I was in, the people I've met, and the work I was doing.

[!Tigger]

Lolololol

i went from Evening Lot boy-> lube tech -> apprentice -> now SA at JP Hyundai North Van.

Where are you now Jgresch? and Carson says hi

[Jgresch]

Lolololol

i went from Evening Lot boy-> lube tech -> apprentice -> now SA at JP Hyundai North Van.

Where are you now Jgresch? and Carson says hi

Is this who I think it is???? lol

I can't say where I am yet because the employees at the new store dont know were coming........... I'll probably be there october 7-10thish, so I'll let you know then ;)

[CorneringArtist]

I honestly like the line of work I'm in as a service lot boy (beats McDicks, or restaurants), but I fucking hate the fact that MY section of service is the only one that has to take its lunch break on the go or when there's no cars in for service for 30 minutes. At worst, we don't get to take lunch (we do get our 15's but that's when it's dead as hell). There's always techs working regardless if the majority have taken their lunch. Every other department gets theirs.

Because I have to take my lunches late as hell, I've nearly passed out or had really low blood sugar levels because of it. Seriously, if I don't take in my meals at the right time, it hits me HARD.

[The_Situation]

I have an interview tmr at BJ BMW for a lot attendant spot. What should I expect?

[Jgresch]

I have an interview tmr at BJ BMW for a lot attendant spot. What should I expect?

BMWs 0_o

lol theyre gonna ask you about your driving skills, manual, reverse etc. And your knowledge or saftey while washing or moving cars.... etc?

[!Tigger]

I don't know, who do you think I am? Lol
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[Jgresch]

I forget your name :( you have an ek, and bought a helmet from Suzuki!
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[kokanee_vtec]

where do u guys apply for these kind of jobs?

and if u don't mind...how much do u make per hr?

I saw an ad on clist and applied in person. I was interviewed on the spot then hired the next day. I was told that there were 20 other applicants that were interviewed, but I was best suited for the job.

[CorneringArtist]

I drove the Lexus LS460 that belonged to the big boss of JP Toyota Surrey since we had to wash it today. Fuck that car is baller, auto-park, comfy leather seats and everything. His taste in rims was good, but the car needed more lower and less balloon tires.

[Jgresch]

Raybald? or harbuttle?

[CorneringArtist]

I think it was Raybald.

[dink]

I have an interview tmr at BJ BMW for a lot attendant spot. What should I expect?

did you come in jeans? haha

[The_Situation]

No. I believe that was one of my friends. I just found out that I am competing against 2 of my close friends for 1 spot.

[Rogue951]

I used to do lot at Dueck on Marine for a year. Best hours I've had on a job (8-4) but lousy pay (10/hr, lousy now that I make 3x that but I was younger at the time it wasn't that bad i guess.) and some of the managers were dicks. Need to get their arrogance checked at the door.
Probably the only time I'll drive a corvette and I can say I treated the cars I took care of with respect, not like some of my co workers who ripped them around cause they could.
However it was pretty flexible, I took the random day off when I needed to, monday to friday job.
Would I do that job now? no, but not bad for a starting job.

[Jgresch]

I think it was Raybald.

lol does he own it or is it a lot car?

[CorneringArtist]

lol does he own it or is it a lot car?

It's plated and had some of his personal stuff in it. I did snap a few quick pics from my phone.

[!Tigger]

Yeah that's me! I still want those couches lol.......
That car is probably a demo for the managers

[Jgresch]

^ i was gonna say I doubt he would buy a car...
and the couches sold for $800 lol....

Btw since its technically Oct1st I can tell you I'm going to COQ volvo :) sooo close to home. Not too sure what I'm doing there though, probably P/T business manager, maybe weekends because there is only one full timer now...

[!Tigger]

well if you are there, tell David (Hyundai SM) raymond from Hyundai NS says hi lol

[Jgresch]

^ service manager or sales manager? lol but will do ;)

[PK-EK]

Didn’t want to make another thread, this is kind of off topic but still kind of works since we are talking about SAs

I'm currently working as a Level one apprentice, but I have not passed the new ITA written final exam... (I just tried it a second time a few days ago and i didn't feel good about it)

I do have some service advisor experience because of cut backs at my shop;i am currently the SA and Apprentice
With the new ITA final exam for both 1st and 2nd year and the fact that working on cars is actually "hard work" I was thinking that maybe i should go and be a service advisor at another place.

IDK from what I’ve seen, a lot of successful SAs and Service Mangers were starting off as Apprentices first....

I'm still young so i can still kind of change my mind, but I don't really know what to do
what do you guys think? Tech or SA?

Update:

So I didn't end up passing my second attempt at the Exam and I don't think i want to talk it anymore
I'm really looking into being a Service Advisor
but I'm a little worried about stress

Would you guys think its less stressful at a Dealer, cuz most customers will come to you and ask for work to be done, not as much Up-selling as a Repair Center would have.

Outputs?

[Jgresch]

There is probably just as much upselling at the dealership.
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[!Tigger]

if you are good at talking with customers, go for it. you have the background to talk to customers and try to sell what needs to be done.

[BallPeenHammer2]

Update:

So I didn't end up passing my second attempt at the Exam and I don't think i want to talk it anymore
I'm really looking into being a Service Advisor
but I'm a little worried about stress

Would you guys think its less stressful at a Dealer, cuz most customers will come to you and ask for work to be done, not as much Up-selling as a Repair Center would have.

Outputs?

There ARE upsells at a dealership, but there's usually a more strict guideline. SA's can also choose NOT to sell to a client, even based on tech recommendations.

Those ads from independant shops (MrL, etc) and etc are bullshit. So many times I have clients come in complaining about a problem such as oil leaks, bulb issues, etc., only to have my techs find wrong parts, improper installs, jimmy-rigging shit, etc. Had 1 shop sold my customer a fuel filter on her car at 60k. Volvo's don't need'em 'til about 100k! I've seen wrong oil filters, NO OIL IN ENGINE, loose filters, wrong bulbs, pre-mature replacement of parts/fluids, etc. Had one other shop location (Yes, I pick on them because they market knowledge and dependability yet they collectively fuck up the most) put the WRONG COOLANT into a client's car (GM Dexcool) and COMPLETELY fuck up the radiator and all its lines. Coolant pump too. That set back the customer almost 3Gs to fix. how did you think that case went? =)

At a dealership, a dedicated customer base is VITAL to them, as the Service Dept of a dealership is its financial backbone. Given that, the dept MUST be honest and transparent in its dealings in order to survive. Rule#1 of a dealer SA: If the car don't need it, you don't sell it. Period.

Dealers are MORE stressful. There are customer feedback systems in place that require the SA to be at their upmost attention when helping a client. Clients generally walk into a dealership expecting MORE, since you would be at the forefront of providing them with advice, and they expect that you'd know it all since a dealer deals with SPECIFIC makes. not all of them.

Remember too: 80-90% of ppl walking into a dealership is already in a pissy/upset/worried/unsure mood. It's the mixture of not knowing what to expect, time being wasted, shit being broken AND the bullshit Midas and mr.lube ads feed them.

As a SA, it would be your job to meet them, take their shit, not take it personally, and have them smiling and shaking your hand once they've paid and left with the car. All the same time, hoping the tech's axtually fixed the problem.

I love my job. I love cars. I love dealing with these situations. It's the main reason why I left a large international corporation for. I'm totally down with the work, and I'm totally ok with the stress because I can deal with it. I can sell, and I can establish that trust within the first 2 minutes a client meets me for the first time. Can you? Only way to find out is to try it.

can you shrug off rudeness?

Can you make snap decisions?

Can you talk to people, all the time, from different backgrounds, circumstances and temperaments?

Can you handle stresS?


If you can't say yes to all those above, then SA may not be for you.

Remember, it's MORE stress at a dealer. Not less.

[BallPeenHammer2]

FYI to all non-believers:

Mr. L oil change on a 2006 Volvo XC90 - about $60-65 plus tax.

My DEALER - $49.95 + tax.

[Jgresch]

^ Are you at a volvo dealer???
Which one?

[LilKai]

regency volkswagen, work there as a sales person since feb 2010~

[rJZx]

Anyone know of any dealerships hiring?
im in need of a part time job haha

[BallPeenHammer2]

^ Are you at a volvo dealer???
Which one?

North Van!

[!Tigger]

LOL i was at the north van one today, picking up something for my accounting department. wait.. are you the asian guy? that works as a SA?

[BallPeenHammer2]

I've been found out! LOL

Who were you?? didn't notice you there?

[BallPeenHammer2]

Anyone know of any dealerships hiring?
im in need of a part time job haha

check craigslist. tons of them right now.

One good way is to search "advisor" under "jobs".

[!Tigger]

I talked to you before, volvo from jp hyundai. Resetting an oil service interval.

[Jgresch]

oh shiiiitt, its weird how the volvo places dont have JP in the name....

and !Tigger, do you know anybody in service at any of the toyota stores well enough to get cost+10? usually when I call other stores from work they just give me 15% off or w.e it usually is. I need some prices on a few Tundra Parts but I'd rather get my buddy cost +10 instead of 15 off.....

[CorneringArtist]

One of the parts guys at JP Toyota Surrey is on RS, i think his username is wonger_88 from what he told me...shoot him a PM and see what happens, MAYBE some strings can be pulled. I don't really want to ask on your behalf since I'm just a service lot person.

[!Tigger]

Lol k pm me what you need, ill ask them

[Puck Luck]

North Van!

Hey, i met the foreman of the n-van volvo about 10 years ago at my ex's friend's friend wedding. We were happened to be seated at the same table and when we found out we were both tech's at dealerships, naturally we ended up talking shop.
What really impressed me was when I said my brother in-law brings his volvo to that dealer, i described the car, 95 black 850 turbo sedan, he sat back thought for a second then blurbed out my bros inlaw's name. I thought wow! you're good.
can't remember the foremans name though and not even sure if he's there anymore.
This november marks my official 20 year at the same honda dealer.

[BallPeenHammer2]

Hey, i met the foreman of the n-van volvo about 10 years ago at my ex's friend's friend wedding. We were happened to be seated at the same table and when we found out we were both tech's at dealerships, naturally we ended up talking shop.
What really impressed me was when I said my brother in-law brings his volvo to that dealer, i described the car, 95 black 850 turbo sedan, he sat back thought for a second then blurbed out my bros inlaw's name. I thought wow! you're good.
can't remember the foremans name though and not even sure if he's there anymore.
This november marks my official 20 year at the same honda dealer.
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[Puck Luck]

Honestly, i can't remember his name or what he looks like. this was 10 years ago

[!Tigger]

Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu

Almost time for physical inventory.. im not looking forward to that.

[jjson]

2011 Odysseys came in last week. Slightly lower and wider give them a good looking stance for a minivan, better than in pictures. They're grand.

[!Tigger]

North shore Hyundai is looking for a salesmen. if anyone's interested.

[- kT]

burrard acura!

[Timewav3zer0]

morrey nissan :)

[kokanee_vtec]

2011 Odysseys came in last week. Slightly lower and wider give them a good looking stance for a minivan, better than in pictures. They're grand.

2011 Totota Sienna SE has to be the hottest minivan out. For now I guess.

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[jeffh]

No tech dispatchers in here hey

Honda in Kelowna, tech dispatcher 4.5 years of angry monkeys, upset customers, pushy service advisors, pain in the ass salesmen and useless managers

[Jgresch]

Anybody a salesman or sales manager at a Nissan store?

[Gh0stRider]

North shore Hyundai is looking for a salesmen. if anyone's interested.

were u at lao shan dong the other day?

[BallPeenHammer2]

anyone hiring advisors? I need out. stat!

[spork sport]

North Van!

I used to work in north van volvo couple of years back, don't think i know you, there weren't any asian SA when I was there

[Jgresch]

anyone hiring advisors? I need out. stat!

Come over to coquitlam volvo ;)

[dn53]

Got a job interview at Pacific Honda for a lot boy.. hope things go well. Anyone work there? let you guys know tomorrow how it went

edit: 12/29/2011 -- I got the job, and today I'm still there part time. slow process to get into the shop though..

[Roach]

Lots of JP people in this thread. OpenRoad here.

Kev

[chadnish]

ahhh yeahhh JP!

im at JP Chrysler
working as the parts driver
was a lot guy then got promoted :D

[Groot]

any lot boy job openings?:)

[chadnish]

none at jp chrysler right now.

[haulin oats]

I started as a service advisor, went into sales, then into sales management.

I'm now wholesaling/brokering.

[rageguy]

Anybody a salesman or sales manager at a Nissan store?

+1 looking to lease a new 2011 Nissan. Let me know if you are a sales/manager at Nissan!

[Jgresch]

^pm me, I found out an old buddy started in sales at west coast nissan
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[BaoTurbo]

any lot boy job openings?:)

^+1
Looking for openings as well

[CorneringArtist]

I'd try talking to the service manager at JP Toyota Surrey if you want to. They're probably looking for someone to work weekdays since I returned to school.

[!Tigger]

Yes i was... yes i was.. were you stalking me???

and Denny?Danny? why you need out of Lolvo? hahaha

[BaoTurbo]

I'd try talking to the service manager at JP Toyota Surrey if you want to. They're probably looking for someone to work weekdays since I returned to school.

Dam surrey is too far from richmond. Sigh , I only have 2 courses next sem so I was really looking forward to working my butt off and earn some good cash

[Jgresch]

^who is danny?

[!Tigger]

the asian SA at volvo NS. or as i think Ballpeenhammer lol

Jgresch you going to the dinner?

[Jgresch]

Yeaaa... but it's in so long lol did you go last year?

[mb_]

Bump from 3 years ago.. lol. Of course it'd be Jgresch to start a thread like this :p buuuuuut...

Any shops/dealers looking for an apprentice? Would also consider service advisor although I don't have any previous experience with that, I've worked a few jobs that required customer service

[Jgresch]

Wow so long ago lol good old days.

[bcrdukes]

A little late, but Nixon Automotive (BMW) and Blitzkrieg Autowerkes (Porsche / VW Audi) was hiring for an apprentice mechanic several weeks ago. Maybe not too late to apply. Autowest BMW is hiring a licensed mechanic (not sure what the difference is between that and an apprentice.)

[mb_]

Wow so long ago lol good old days.
I also don't work down the street from you anymore.. :alone:

A little late, but Nixon Automotive (BMW) and Blitzkrieg Autowerkes (Porsche / VW Audi) was hiring for an apprentice mechanic several weeks ago. Maybe not too late to apply. Autowest BMW is hiring a licensed mechanic (not sure what the difference is between that and an apprentice.)

Applied at first 2 yesterday and a few other shops, only one that got back to me was Grand Performance (RS Sponsor!) but unfortunately no job opening :(

[!SG]

apprenticeship = legal contract for apprentice to be trained while working, and they are required to go to school for the x number of years @ a % of what a licensed tech would make.

a licensed mechanic is someone that has gone to school, got their ticket, and is licensed (a tradesman) in the automotive mechanical field.

our apprentices have legal contracts with the company. they are required to go to school, pass, and with every year of advancement their pay goes up.

mechanical technician is like every other trade out there, carpentry, draftsman, plumbing... all start off as an apprentice, then journeyman, then so on and so forth.

[bcrdukes]

ok

[see.lai]

Looks like there's gonna be competition :p
I'm done my program in 3 weeks; can't wait to write the ITA..

[mb_]

Looks like there's gonna be competition :p
I'm done my program in 3 weeks; can't wait to write the ITA..

Got my result today and miraculously passed haha. That was honestly a hard fucking test - thought I would have to re-write it. You go to BCIT?

[CorneringArtist]

I'm looking to clear out of my dealership shop, lack of "actual" work to do is killing my skillset, and I just recently completed 2nd year. If anyone is looking for a 3rd-year with Toyota diagnostic experience,gimme a shout.

mb_, I failed my level 1 with a 67 the first time, it's all memory recall for those tests, and watching yourself on "good answer/better answer" questions.

[mb_]

Honestly think I lucked out on that test, was so prepared for the worst outcome and having to re-write haha. Glad it worked out in the end but now it's time to seek for an apprenticeship. Can't be a lot attendant forever!

[Jgresch]

I also don't work down the street from you anymore.. :alone:



:(:(

[604CEFIRO]

Bumping this aged thread since I work at OpenRoad Hyundai :)

[see.lai]

I did my program at VCC, still waiting for the results.. :(

[daytona675]

waiting for my challenge level 2 results. and then back off to bcit again for 3rd and 4th. maybe see some of you guys there.

[see.lai]

just found out i got 84% on my level 1 ITA..
brainfarted on safety and tools, but did well on everything else. coulda done better though... :drunk:


WOO feels good man, been waiting 2 weeks for results

[CorneringArtist]

as long as it's above 70% it doesn't matter how well you did. just take the cert and run.

For me the situation is deteriorating at my dealership, techs mad that they're not getting hours or doing jobs that don't pay well enough to them are taking it out on me. People are beginning to hate each other even more as well. Does anyone deal with any ridiculous amounts of animosity at their own shops?

[see.lai]

I guess you can say, competition in the field eh. Just ignore them and do what you do best. Or if it bothers you that much, you could always find another place.

Good luck!

[CorneringArtist]

I guess you can say, competition in the field eh. Just ignore them and do what you do best. Or if it bothers you that much, you could always find another place.

Good luck!

I've been running with the bullshit for a year now, and supposedly, what I do best isn't good enough for the people judging me. It's shifted goalposts constantly, and it's wearing incredibly thin.

[jeffh]

7 years as tech dispatcher for Honda/Acura now
not sure when it happened, but i feel really old these days haha

[!SG]

ive been shipping/receiving, parts advisor, service advisor, now tower/dispatch/payroll/booker and soon to add to the mix, warranty admin... FML

[sevewone]

as long as it's above 70% it doesn't matter how well you did. just take the cert and run.

For me the situation is deteriorating at my dealership, techs mad that they're not getting hours or doing jobs that don't pay well enough to them are taking it out on me. People are beginning to hate each other even more as well. Does anyone deal with any ridiculous amounts of animosity at their own shops?

A lot of shops have tons of drama attached with them. My friend recently had to quit Ferrari because the drama was so bad . Sure its a great job, but some of the people made it hell to work at.

[kkthind]

Any dealerships currently hiring????????????????????????
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[02specv]

I work for Clarkdale VW, in the sales department as a inventory manager. We are always hiring for different positions. We are a very urban dealership and go above and beyond for customer service. Some positions that are probably hiring are sales greeter / service greeter / sales staff.

great place to work. :)

[LP700-4]

I work for Clarkdale VW, in the sales department as a inventory manager. We are always hiring for different positions. We are a very urban dealership and go above and beyond for customer service. Some positions that are probably hiring are sales greeter / service greeter / sales staff.

great place to work. :)

If you guys or anyone else are hiring for a PT Lot Staff let me know!

Tired of emailing resume and shit to craigslist postings with no reply every single time :okay:

[02specv]

Well... I currently have no openings in the sales department for lot staff. These are the guys I am directly in charge of and take part in the hiring process.
However, I heard today that our service department promoted one of our service lot guys into the shop and have not replaced him yet.

So I assume we will be looking for a new service lot guy.

If you are interested and know the location of our dealership, I encourage
you to drop in and bring in your resume.

:)

[!SG]

you should actually be checking out the websites of the said dealerships. most have a "career" link to all open positions. most are even running programs to get resume submissions via the website. and to make it an even playing field, they even make their own employee's resubmit via the site as well if they plan on applying for other positions.

If you guys or anyone else are hiring for a PT Lot Staff let me know!

Tired of emailing resume and shit to craigslist postings with no reply every single time :okay:

[melloman]

If you guys or anyone else are hiring for a PT Lot Staff let me know!

Tired of emailing resume and shit to craigslist postings with no reply every single time :okay:

Won't be getting a job with that kind of thought.

I had to wait 8 months, of constant emailing, calling, cold-calls before I even got a job. Yet after 8 months, I had 3 interviews in the same week, so when it rains, it pours.

Keep your head up and don't stop applying man. Nobodies going to do it for you.

[LP700-4]

Won't be getting a job with that kind of thought.

I had to wait 8 months, of constant emailing, calling, cold-calls before I even got a job. Yet after 8 months, I had 3 interviews in the same week, so when it rains, it pours.

Keep your head up and don't stop applying man. Nobodies going to do it for you.

Having no previous work experience and being fresh outta HS probably doesnt help. Do they even hire people with N's? :okay:

Obviously you gotta work hard to find a job, but then again if theres someone that can give you a bit of help or connections im sure that it could be much easier.

you should actually be checking out the websites of the said dealerships. most have a "career" link to all open positions. most are even running programs to get resume submissions via the website. and to make it an even playing field, they even make their own employee's resubmit via the site as well if they plan on applying for other positions.
Thanks, will check it out!

[jaemc]

I'm at Burrard Acura as a service advisor at the moment.

We are looking for a female service receptionist! If anybody has any recommendations please shoot me a pm!

[Jgresch]

^ Full time or P/T? also thanks for filter yesterday <3

[FRStan]

Anyone working at a Business Office? Interested to see how the job and wage is. :thumbs:

[see.lai]

Been applying everywhere lately. Unfortunately, I have to settle for less as a lot attendant; I don't mind working my way up though...

It took 3 weeks to finally get something, but I'll keep applying anyways until I get one closer to my needs.

[Jgresch]

Anyone working at a Business Office? Interested to see how the job and wage is. :thumbs:

Did for a year. Ill pm you when I'm on a computer next.
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[FRStan]

Did for a year. Ill pm you when I'm on a computer next.
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Thanks bro!
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[02specv]

You have to be motivated, submitting one resume a day and hoping people call you is not enough. When I was looking for work, I would send out at least 4 resumes a day, and put on some decent clothes and drop off resumes. The internet has kind of made people lazy in that way. Once I got an interview, the next day I sent an e-mail telling them thank you for meeting with me and I hope they choose me. Employers really like when people do the little extra.
:)

[Lomac]

I'm at Burrard Acura as a service advisor at the moment.

We are looking for a female service receptionist! If anybody has any recommendations please shoot me a pm!

What if I put on a wig and padded bra?

:drunk:

[SB7]

Just curious, was anyone from Acura at a hotel meeting today?

[jeffh]

ive been shipping/receiving, parts advisor, service advisor, now tower/dispatch/payroll/booker and soon to add to the mix, warranty admin... FML

yeah the longer you are at a dealership, the more shit they figure out how to pile on you haha

when new people come in and ask me what i do, i just say "its easier to tell you what i dont do, sell cars"

A lot of shops have tons of drama attached with them. My friend recently had to quit Ferrari because the drama was so bad . Sure its a great job, but some of the people made it hell to work at.

flat rate techs are whiney 8 year olds by trade, the sooner you get over that, the sooner you figure out what makes them tick and work it to your benefit

[E_Fahlman]

Are the Automotive Training Centre Sales Courses at all beneficial? Will Dealerships overlook my application if that's the only course I have?
Haven't taken it yet but figured I'd ask the question first before money is wasted. Has anyone on the Forum taken any of their courses? What can I expect?
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[see.lai]

^
I just took the program at VCC. If you're fresh and know very little about cars, go right ahead.

But do know that it still may be hard to find a job. You're better off just starting at a dealership as a lot attendant and work your way up. That's what I'm doing now, AFTER going to school. Oh well.
:ahwow:

[saucywoman]

I'm at Burrard Acura as a service advisor at the moment.

We are looking for a female service receptionist! If anybody has any recommendations please shoot me a pm!

Bump for a job opening at what looks to be an amazing employer I wish I could work for
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[see.lai]

Does anybody know how the service department is like at autowest or brian jessel bmw? I just got calls from both of them but don't know which to choose as they are scheduled the same time..
FUAAa

[unce]

for lot boy position, is able to drive manual mandatory?

[604CEFIRO]

Yes. If you can't drive stick how would u move manual cars around?
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[!SG]

i remember having a lot kid before that didnt have his license yet. still helpful, but limited to what they can do.

depending on the manufactuer, some have gone away from the manual gear box. so knowing how to drive standard isnt essential. we see a manual maybe one out of every 20+ cars?

[CorneringArtist]

Depends on the dealer I suppose. I assume that Euro dealers short of Mercedes see a lot more manual cars in their high-volume new stock than other makes. Not a whole lot of people order base Corolla or Civics with stick these days.

[!SG]

its been an interesting past couple months...

got thrown out to front counter as service advisor at the current dealership i work at...

a bit rusty, but got the job done...


ive been shipping/receiving, parts advisor, service advisor, now tower/dispatch/payroll/booker and soon to add to the mix, warranty admin... FML

[blee123]

does anyone know the pay system of being a car salesman in Asia? Here we get 30% of the total profit of the car we sell

It is so slow/dead here being a car salesman so i might consider going over seas to try it out if I can make more $ there due to the heavy traffic you get in Asia

[Energy]

wrong thread

[mb_]

My work is hiring a SERVICE lot attendant, pm me for details
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[wonglinus]

I just quit Cowell VW as a sales lot attendant. I'm 90% sure they're still on the prowl for a new lot guy. Fun salespeople, cool managers, I just had to leave for school.

[j.f0ng]

I just quit Cowell VW as a sales lot attendant. I'm 90% sure they're still on the prowl for a new lot guy. Fun salespeople, cool managers, I just had to leave for school.

I am in the exact same situation. Sales lot attendant at OpenRoad Hyundai, but I handed in my 2 weeks notice last week. Heading back to the island for school. Will definitely miss working there.

[604CEFIRO]

^ dont leave fucker

[j.f0ng]

^ dont leave fucker

Haha sorry too late man. I'll be working everyday until next friday though :thumbs:

[hk20000]

Hey guys just bumping this up I am now officially working as a car salesman at Columbia Chrysler Jeep Fiat on Minoru Boulevard (no I have not hung up my realtor license either so message me about what you need as well).

I will be sure to get you the best deal because our dealership runs very differently from others we are not commission based (flat rate for every deal closed, whether it's a used little Fiat 500 or an SRT Viper) so I will definitely hook you up better than the next Chrysler Dealership, and there is zero reason for me to upsell you something you don't need. Give me a PM if you are looking for any Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat products I will be sure to work with you and grind the manager for some extra goodies for your end.

Again, used or new, it doesn't matter what you are looking for our dealer is a part of a massive chain across Canada and I can find something for every budget and need.

[CorneringArtist]

Might have a chance to escape my hellhole for a Jonker Group dealer. Anyone have any experiences with them?

[mb_]

My uncle works for them as a Business Developer or something like that. He used to work for JP Volvo as a salesman and he said the environment at Jonker is miles ahead.
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[j.f0ng]

Finished up my last day at OpenRoad Hyundai today.




...I'll see myself out of this thread now. :okay:


Also, if anyone knows of any part time sales lot attendant positions opening up in dealerships over in Victoria, feel free to shoot the details my way. :thumbs:

[hk20000]

Also found out today that we are hiring a bunch of personnel at Columbia Chrysler Jeep Dodge Fiat. We are conveniently located in Richmond Downtown.

-Service Advisors
-Technicians
-Sales People
-Lot attendants

If you are interested please PM me as well.

[BBMme]

Awesome thread. My dream job is to sell cars once I get my pension:p
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[digitalgirl]

anyone here work at Auto West BMW?

[snails]

Langley Chrysler right here, internet marketing ftw!

[gloors]

Columbia Chrysler lot attendant here! :)
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[Blah_Teggie]

Product Advisor at Pacific Honda here!

[!SG]

ANYONE SEEN SOLICITING THEIR SERVICES HERE WILL BE SHOT... A PM

we are here to share our experiences, not to meet our quota or bonuses.

[mb_]

ANYONE SEEN SOLICITING THEIR SERVICES HERE WILL BE SHOT... A PM

we are here to share our experiences, not to meet our quota or bonuses.

So no "looking for this position and that position" like my post above this page?

-------
Getting moved up to Apprentice if it all works out (me not fucking anything up) :fullofwin:
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[BallPeenHammer2]

I need out of my dealership. NOW. (service advisor).

It's a horrible mess here.

Anyone know if Clarkdale VW's good to work for?

[PK-EK]

Just waiting until I get my Parts person Red Seal
then its back to YVR For me!!
Parts manager here I come!

[CorneringArtist]

So no "looking for this position and that position" like my post above this page?

-------
Getting moved up to Apprentice if it all works out (me not fucking anything up) :fullofwin:
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You fucked my headlight when you washed my car :troll:.

[Akinari]

Last two weeks working as sales lot attendant at Peace Arch Toyota, then off to Apple :fullofwin:

[mb_]

You fucked my headlight when you washed my car :troll:.

Good thing I won't be washing your car when you come back :troll:

Last two weeks working as sales lot attendant at Peace Arch Toyota, then off to Apple :fullofwin:

Use your employee pricing to get me parts for my car :ilied:

[valent|n0]

is it possible to work as lot attendant only for saturday and sunday??

[Akinari]

is it possible to work as lot attendant only for saturday and sunday??
Depends on the dealership, I have only worked Sundays for the past month or so.

[see.lai]

lot attendant at Regency Nissan/Infiniti here!

[Ikkaku]

lot attendant at Dueck Downtown on terminal.. will soon be a on-call guy instead :p

was a lot attendant many years ago at columbia dodge... hollaaaa

[is350]

How much do lot attendants make usually? I was at Dueck on Marine a couple days ago, saw a few young guys starting up cars, moving them. They looked like college students.

[Suprarz666]

10-14ish.

[dn53]

Moved from a dealer that guaranteed eight hours + if you produce over eight = bonus to just a pure flat rate dealer.. Holy fuck it is a completely different work environment. These guys are like fucking dogs constantly hungry for work. I'm just an apprentice so I was hourly at both shops but at my new dealer it's a really hostile environment since to them I am 'stealing' work from them. Anyone else have to deal with this shit??
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[mb_]

Damn, I guess I'm lucky my dealer only has 3 flat rate techs and the rest are apprentices. Downside to working at a dealer eh
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[!SG]

question for you lot guys/valets?

if your ultimate goal was to enter the shop as an apprentice, how long did it take you to wait?

im not a tech, nor plan on ever becoming one.

my issue is that im having a hard time moving to a different position in the dealership when most want to keep me as the tower/dispatcher, especially when it affects their paycheque.

lesson learned, the more you take on, the more ppl expect you to keep doing it. especially if it means they dont have to do it anymore...

[CorneringArtist]

Moved from a dealer that guaranteed eight hours + if you produce over eight = bonus to just a pure flat rate dealer.. Holy fuck it is a completely different work environment. These guys are like fucking dogs constantly hungry for work. I'm just an apprentice so I was hourly at both shops but at my new dealer it's a really hostile environment since to them I am 'stealing' work from them. Anyone else have to deal with this shit??
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Yep, and because of that it severely limits the extent of the work I'm allowed to do. Brakes? Forget that for an apprentice, it's gravy. Annual maintenance service? Gravy. Flushes? Gravy. Anything that would be an opportunity for a learning experience even though I diagnosed it and know how to do it? Nope, gravy. Greed runs straight flat shops.

question for you lot guys/valets?

if your ultimate goal was to enter the shop as an apprentice, how long did it take you to wait?

im not a tech, nor plan on ever becoming one.

my issue is that im having a hard time moving to a different position in the dealership when most want to keep me as the tower/dispatcher, especially when it affects their paycheque.

lesson learned, the more you take on, the more ppl expect you to keep doing it. especially if it means they dont have to do it anymore...

Took me about a year to move into the shop, but that's considering I took a BCIT Foundation course to shore up some skills before making the move.

[mb_]

question for you lot guys/valets?

if your ultimate goal was to enter the shop as an apprentice, how long did it take you to wait?

im not a tech, nor plan on ever becoming one.

my issue is that im having a hard time moving to a different position in the dealership when most want to keep me as the tower/dispatcher, especially when it affects their paycheque.

lesson learned, the more you take on, the more ppl expect you to keep doing it. especially if it means they dont have to do it anymore...
I worked for another dealership for 1.5 years but the chances of moving up was pretty slim so I took the gamble of applying somewhere else and it took me 5 months. Just my luck that someone left and they needed someone.
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[dn53]

if your ultimate goal was to enter the shop as an apprentice, how long did it take you to wait?

I did a special course in my grade 12 year that ticketed me for first year if i completed the level 1 ita test successfully (which i did). from there i ended up working at a dealer as a lot guy.

For my dealer i did part time for about 6 months doing 20hrs a week as a lot guy while i was in my last year of highschool and volunteering my saturdays at an indy shop. after highschool, i worked 4 months full time at the dealer trying to get into the shop. i probably bothered them every week to get in as an express technician, not even an apprentice LOL.

I left my position as a full timer to go work at a canadian tire as a tire installer, stopped volunteering saturdays, and instead worked as a lot guy on saturdays, just to keep my foot in the door. it wasnt until someone left the dealer that they finally got me in as a tire and lube tech..

Basically i was a lot guy for a year, a tire installer for 6 months, a tire and lube guy at a dealer for a year, and finally an apprentice now-- even though i had my level one training done when i started as a lot guy.

My teacher said it over and over again, its just about being at the right place at the right time. put yourself out there, try new places, and definitely keep in touch with all the places you do work at so youre only a phone call away when that time comes. I am an apprentice now because my SA at my old dealer became a manager at another and gave me a call.


my issue is that im having a hard time moving to a different position in the dealership when most want to keep me as the tower/dispatcher, especially when it affects their paycheque.

lesson learned, the more you take on, the more ppl expect you to keep doing it. especially if it means they dont have to do it anymore...

What kind of position did you think about moving to? tower has so many opportunities in management that is something i would def keep my head up for. My old dealer dispatch was the second man to the service manager when he was out of the building



btw.. heard a new audi dealer opening up on terminal from some coworkers + friend. anyone know any details?

[!SG]

What kind of position did you think about moving to? tower has so many opportunities in management that is something i would def keep my head up for. My old dealer dispatch was the second man to the service manager when he was out of the building

btw.. heard a new audi dealer opening up on terminal from some coworkers + friend. anyone know any details?

where im at, im pretty much the bitch here. new guy + position = everyone sees you as beneath them.

as for chain of command, in my position, i am the fall guy for everything.

if a car doesnt get into the shop in a timely manner, if something doesnt get booked out to their liking. i do things to keep myself organized, but because of that, everyone bypasses the chain of command and goes directly to me for information, updates. ive been with the brand less than 2 years, and have only been sent on a few training courses. if i didnt have any automotive background, this job would kill me.

i also found out my position has a high turn over rate... at least where i am. the reliance of my position at my dealership is a lot more than other dealerships. hence why no one ever wants to transfer to my spot, hahaha...

i was an advisor before

[Puck Luck]

Moved from a dealer that guaranteed eight hours + if you produce over eight = bonus to just a pure flat rate dealer.. Holy fuck it is a completely different work environment. These guys are like fucking dogs constantly hungry for work. I'm just an apprentice so I was hourly at both shops but at my new dealer it's a really hostile environment since to them I am 'stealing' work from them. Anyone else have to deal with this shit??
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flat rate shop can be good $ for the tech's if its busy enough. Not nessecarliy the best training environment for apprentices looking to learn how to do things "by the book"

[Ikkaku]

btw.. heard a new audi dealer opening up on terminal from some coworkers + friend. anyone know any details?

Weird, I haven't seen an Audi dealership in the works. Mercedes is still constructing their new dealership though.

[Puck Luck]

Weird, I haven't seen an Audi dealership in the works. Mercedes is still constructing their new dealership though.

This Audi dealer is part of the Dilawri Group. Their website says they are hiring. Narrow down your search
Dilawri Group of Companies (http://dilawri.ca/careers/)

[mb_]

Audi is on Burrard/2nd in front of Ferrari/Regency Lexus/Weissach. It's been under construction since summer 2012
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[steinfeld]

Any detailers here? My friend just got hired @ $18/hr. He has 2 years experience.

[JShifter]

has anyone worked at open road Audi before ?

[bicboi]

Anyones workplace hiring lot attendants/wash staff? PM me the details please, recently got laid off from BJ BMW.

[CorneringArtist]

Can any advisors, parts or service, provide some insight on the job? I've got a chance at an in-auto group transfer to a junior parts advisor, and even though I like being an apprentice tech, it's getting to the point where my current shop politics have basically stopped my progression for nearly a full year now, and repeated requests for more varied types of work falling on deaf, egotistical ears has frustrated me to the point of just wanting to hang up my wrenches as a job, and the passion I have for cars is drying up. Maybe I'll find my fire again if I'm on the other side of the counter.

Thanks for any input.

[Noran]

Not a dealership, but I work in Detail at Port Moody Craftsman Collision

[VR6GTI]

Any detailers here? My friend just got hired @ $18/hr. He has 2 years experience.
That seems extremely high, he must be at a high end shop or a very busy shop and he is very good at wet sanding and polishing.