Dealership:

L0384 Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines

Ramsey Subaru

Perfect First Job for Career Starters Who Want to GrowLooking to start a career and grow with a great company? Ramsey Subaru in Urbandale is hiring a Service Porter / Detailer for an entry-level, full-time role designed for career starters. No dealership experience required — we’re looking for dependable, motivated individuals who want to learn, build skills, and grow into a long-term role. This position is a great first step toward becoming a full-time Detailer or exploring other career paths within the dealership as you gain experience.What This Role Is AboutThis is a hybrid role that blends hands-on vehicle work with customer-focused service support. You’ll help keep our vehicles clean, organized, and ready for customers while learning how a professional dealership operates. You’ll work closely with our Service and Sale teams, and receive on-the-job training in a supportive, team-oriented environment.Why Start Your Career at Ramsey Subaru?

Full-time, stable employment
Clear growth and advancement opportunities
Supportive leadership and team environment
Learn skills that can lead to a long-term automotive career
Work for a trusted dealership in the Urbandale community

What You’ll Do

Greet and assist service customers in a friendly, professional way
Drive vehicles safely around the dealership and service lot
Prepare vehicles for service with seat covers, steering wheel covers, and floor mats
Clean and detail delivery vehicles and loaner vehicles
Wash and maintain vehicles on the lot so they look their best
Perform interior and exterior cleaning (vacuuming, windows, surfaces)
Double-check vehicles for cleanliness before customer delivery
Help keep the lot and work areas clean and organized
Support the service team, shuttle drivers, and reception area as needed
Learn new tasks and take on responsibilities as you grow

Perfect for Career Starters

No prior experience required
Training provided — we’ll teach you what you need to know
Learn valuable skills in customer service, vehicle care, and teamwork
Opportunities to grow into:
- Detailer positions
- Service positions
- Sales positions
Ideal for recent graduates, first‑time job seekers, or anyone looking for a fresh start

What We’re Looking For

A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Strong attention to detail
Reliability and a good work ethic
Ability to work independently and with a team
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Comfort being on your feet and working both indoors and outdoors

Work Environment & Physical Activity

Standing, walking, and frequent vehicle entry/exit
Driving vehicles on dealership property
Lifting and moving items up to 50 lbs.
Working outside in various weather conditions

We offer best in class industry benefits:

Competitive pay
Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
Paid Holidays & PTO
Short and Long-Term Disability
Paid Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan2
Lithia Learning Center

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Our story began humbly in 1946, with the opening of a Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge store across from Lithia Springs Park in Ashland, Oregon. Fifty years later, in 1996, after opening a few additional stores and training a talented team of leaders, our CEO decided the best way to give new opportunities to this incredible team was to join the public stock exchange. That’s when our mission of “Growth Powered by People” took off. Today, Lithia & Driveway is one of the nation’s fastest-growing automotive retailers and listed as 124 on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). We own more than 300 stores supporting over 50 automotive brands and provide job opportunities for more than 27,000 people. As Lithia & Driveway continues to grow, our success is fueled by the collective efforts, skills, and contributions of our people. We stand by our core values of taking personal ownership, improving constantly, earning customers for life and having fun in the process. Our high-performance culture keeps one focus in mind, making the customer experience better, as we aim to meet customers wherever, whenever, and however they desire. We offer a variety of opportunities across our hundreds of stores in the US, UK, and Canada; our Driveway, GreenCars, Driveway Finance Corporation brands as well as our home office. With positions in Sales, Service, Corporate, and Finance, we believe you’ll roll into the perfect spot at Lithia & Driveway. Join us as we continue to innovate and exceed our potential and our customers’ expectations. Lithia & Driveway is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.

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