Shop Assistant
Location: Northland Ford
Department: Service
Reports To: Service Manager / Shop Foreman
Position Summary
Northland Ford is looking for a hardworking, reliable, energetic Shop Assistant / Lube & Tire Helper to join our Service Department.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in the automotive industry and wants to learn and grow within a dealership environment. We are looking for a hustler—someone who likes to stay busy, sees what needs to be done, and is willing to jump in and help.
This position is a hands-on role that assists with tire work, basic lube and maintenance duties, vehicle movement, customer shuttle duties, shop cleanup, and general day-to-day support of the Service Department.
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- Has a genuine interest in the automotive industry.
- Is a self-starter and hustler who stays busy and takes initiative.
- Doesn't stand around waiting to be told what to do.
- Can see what needs to be done and is willing to jump in.
- Likes working with their hands and staying active.
- Is not afraid of getting dirty.
- Takes pride in doing a job properly.
- Has a positive attitude and is willing to learn.
- Is reliable, punctual, and ready to work.
- Understands that no job is beneath anyone when it comes to helping the team and taking care of our customers.
- Has an interest in building a career in the automotive industry.
Key ResponsibilitiesTire & Shop Assistance
- Assist with tire changes, tire storage, organization, and moving tires.
- Help technicians with general shop duties and basic tasks.
- Assist with oil changes and basic maintenance duties where trained and qualified.
- Keep tire equipment and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
- Help prepare vehicles for service and customer delivery.
Vehicle Porter Duties
- Move and park customer and dealership vehicles safely.
- Pick up and deliver vehicles when required.
- Keep the service drive and parking areas organized.
- Ensure vehicles are in the proper location and ready when needed.
Customer Shuttle Driver
- Safely transport customers when shuttle service is required.
- Provide friendly and professional customer service.
- Represent Northland Ford positively while interacting with customers.
- Keep the shuttle vehicle clean and presentable.
Shop & Facility Support
- Sweep, clean, and maintain the shop throughout the day.
- Empty garbage and recycling.
- Keep work areas, entrances, and assigned areas clean and organized.
- Assist with moving parts, supplies, tires, and equipment.
- Help with seasonal and general cleanup duties.
- Step in and assist wherever needed to keep the department running efficiently.
Team Expectations
At Northland Ford, we work as one team. The customer comes first, and everyone is expected to support each other.
There will be times when you are changing or moving tires, cleaning the shop, shuttling a customer, moving vehicles, or helping a technician. We are looking for someone who is willing to do whatever is needed to help the team and get the job done.
This is not a position for someone who wants to stand around waiting for the next task. We want someone with energy, initiative, and a strong work ethic—someone who wants to hustle, learn, and become a valuable part of our team.
Opportunity for Growth
This position is a great starting point for someone interested in pursuing a career in the automotive industry.
For the right individual, this role could lead to an opportunity to enter an Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship. Northland Ford is looking for someone who is willing to learn, works hard, shows initiative, and demonstrates the attitude and commitment needed to grow within our Service Department.
We believe in developing good people from within. If you prove yourself through your work ethic, reliability, willingness to learn, and ability to work as part of our team, there may be opportunities to advance your career.
Pay: From $18.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
