Customer Appointment Specialist (Sales Department)

Teton Auto Group

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

The Dalles, Oregon

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Manage high-volume inbound and outbound communications via calls, texts, and emails to connect customers with the sales team. Focus on creating positive first impressions and scheduling appointments for dealership visits.

Qualifications

You are a motivated individual with strong communication skills, capable of handling high volumes of inbound and outbound calls, texts, and emails. You possess a positive attitude, high energy, and the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on setting appointments and creating a great first impression for customers.

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Job Description

Description

Columbia Gorge Toyota & Honda – The Dalles, OR

Are you great with people, fast on the phone, and energized by a high-volume environment?

We’re looking for a motivated Customer Appointment Specialist to help connect customers with our sales team. This role is all about communication, speed, and creating opportunity—you’ll be the first point of contact for customers who are interested in purchasing a vehicle. If you enjoy texting, talking, and staying busy throughout the day, this could be a perfect fit.

At Columbia Gorge Motors, part of Teton Auto Group, we are committed to delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. We value teamwork, diligence, and continuous improvement, and strive to create an environment where employees can grow and develop their careers.

Why Join Our Team

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Leave)
  • Employee vehicle purchase program
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Long-term job security
  • Growth opportunities
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Paid training
  • Opportunities to contribute to meaningful organization initiatives
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment

This position is part of the Columbia Gorge Motors Toyota Sales BDC team but will primarily support our efforts by managing customer communication through inbound and outbound calls, scheduling sales and service appointments, and ensuring a positive customer experience. The role requires strong multitasking, computer, and customer service skills, with an emphasis on professionalism, follow-through, and teamwork.

Requirements

Responsibilities - May include but not limited to.

In bound Sales calls Scheduling Appointments

What You’ll Do

  • Handle a high volume of inbound and outbound calls, texts, and emails
  • Respond quickly to customer inquiries from our website and marketing campaigns
  • Build interest and excitement around vehicles and availability
  • Set and confirm appointments for customers to visit the dealership
  • Follow up with customers who have visited or shown interest
  • Work closely with the sales team to ensure a smooth handoff

What This Job Is (And isn’t)

This is NOT a traditional sales role.
You are not responsible for closing deals or negotiating pricing.

Your focus is simple:
-Connect with customers
-Create a great first impression
-Get them in the door

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong communication skills (phone, text, and email)
  • Positive attitude and high energy
  • Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable handling high activity levels every day
  • Reliable, consistent, and goal-driven

Experience in customer service, call centers, retail, or hospitality is a plus—but not required.

Pay & Benefits

  • Hourly base pay + performance bonuses
  • Bonus opportunities based on appointments set, shown, and sold
  • Full-time position with consistent schedule
  • Opportunity to grow into sales or leadership roles

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Teton Auto Group

About Teton Auto Group: Serving Idaho, Washington, Colorado, Nevada, and Oregon! Your source for new and used Toyota, Volkswagen, Ford, and Honda vehicles. One of Tetons primary goals is to emphasize the entire ownership experience. We want our customers to be satisfied whether they're purchasing or coming back for the various automotive services we offer. Offering top new models and quality used cars, of course, the first step - but only the beginning. Since Teton Toyota started in 2005 Teton Toyota has won 15 TOYOTA PRESIDENT AWARDS. This award is only given to dealers who have demonstrated a commitment to customer satisfaction. We want you the customer to help us keep achieving that because we are here to make your car buying and service here easy or as we say "no problem"​. That attitude extends to our Toyota finance center and far beyond sale; whether you pay a visit to our Toyota auto service or car parts center. Teton is a proud member of the Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce and serves the Pocatello, Rexburg, Blackfoot and Jackson, WY areas. We also are a major contributor to the Idaho Falls Animal Shelter. Teton Toyota supports kids in School Districts 91 & 93 by contributing new cars and trucks for them to sell tickets for drawings for the cars and pickups. The school districts get to keep the proceeds to further school projects. We maintain membership in Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Mule Deer Foundation, Idaho Falls Arts Council, Idaho Falls Symphony, Snake River Animal Shelter and other civic organizations in and around Idaho Falls.
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