Automotive Porter

Tell me about your driving experience. How comfortable are you moving many different types of vehicles in tight spaces?

What they are checking: Whether they can move cars safely every day, since one accident on a dealership lot is costly.

Tell me about a time you kept a busy workplace organized.

What they are checking: Whether they take pride in keeping lots, bays and waiting areas neat and orderly.

How would you handle working outside in cold Chicago-area winters or hot summers?

What they are checking: Whether they are ready for outdoor work in all weather, which is part of a porter role.

Tell me about a time you helped a coworker without being asked.

What they are checking: Whether they support the service team, which the posting describes as a key part of the job.

The service team needs three cars pulled up at once and a customer is waiting. How do you prioritize?

What they are checking: Whether they keep the waiting customer and the service flow in mind and communicate clearly.

You get into a car and notice a scratch that was not on the check-in sheet. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report damage right away, which protects the customer, dealership and themselves.

What do you check before moving a vehicle you have never driven?

What they are checking: Whether they take a moment to learn controls, mirrors and surroundings rather than rushing.

How would you check tire pressure and basic fluid levels on a car?

What they are checking: Whether they know simple vehicle checks the posting lists as part of the job.

How do you prepare a car for delivery so it looks perfect for the customer?

What they are checking: Whether they pay attention to detail like cleaning, vacuuming and final checks.

How do you stay safe walking and driving around a lot where other cars are moving?

What they are checking: Whether they follow safe speed and awareness habits on a busy dealership lot.