Entry Level Car Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Who Thrives Here | Car Porter Qualifications

Our best Car Porters are more than just vehicle movers — they are dependable, energetic team players who help keep the entire shop organized, efficient, and moving throughout the day.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being around cars, takes pride in their work, and wants to build experience within a growing automotive company.

We have found that successful candidates often come from backgrounds such as:

• Automotive Enthusiasts: People who genuinely enjoy cars and want an opportunity to work inside the automotive industry.
• Detailers / Car Wash Professionals: Individuals accustomed to caring for vehicles and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Dealership Porters / Lot Attendants: Candidates who already understand vehicle movement, lot organization, and supporting a busy service operation.
• Former Athletes: Individuals who bring discipline, energy, teamwork, coachability, and a strong work ethic.
• Warehouse / Delivery Professionals: People who are accustomed to staying active, following processes, managing multiple tasks, and working with urgency.
• Entry-Level Automotive Candidates: Individuals looking for an opportunity to get their foot in the door and grow within the automotive industry.

We value reliability, accountability, hustle, attention to detail, and a team-first attitude.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
• Comfortable driving and maneuvering a variety of customer vehicles
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Consistently punctual and dependable
• Comfortable working on your feet and staying active throughout the day
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced automotive shop
• Strong attention to detail
• Positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
• Able to follow established processes and instructions
• Coachable and willing to learn
• Automotive experience is helpful, but not required

What You'll Do | Car Porter Responsibilities

As a Car Porter, you play an important role in keeping our technicians, Service Advisors, and customers moving efficiently throughout the day.

Your responsibilities will include:

Keep Vehicles Moving

Safely move customer vehicles throughout the property, parking areas, and service bays as needed.

Maintain Lot Organization

Keep customer vehicles and parking areas organized so the service team can quickly locate and access vehicles.

Support the Service Team

Assist Service Advisors, Technicians, and managers with vehicle movement and other operational needs that help keep the shop productive.

Vehicle Pickup & Delivery

Assist with customer vehicle transportation, parts runs, or other driving-related responsibilities when needed.

Maintain Vehicle Presentation

Help ensure customer vehicles are treated with care and returned clean, organized, and presentable.

Shop Organization

Help maintain clean and organized parking areas, common areas, and workspaces.

Process Discipline

Follow Nealey Tire & Auto's procedures for vehicle handling, keys, parking, documentation, and customer property.

Be the Utility Player

Jump in where needed. The best Porters understand that keeping the shop moving sometimes means helping with a variety of tasks throughout the day.

What Success Looks Like

• Shows up on time, every day
• Treats every customer's vehicle with care and respect
• Keeps vehicles organized and easy to locate
• Responds quickly when the service team needs assistance
• Notices what needs to be done without constantly being told
• Works with urgency while remaining safe
• Takes pride in keeping the shop organized
• Has a positive, team-first attitude
• Accepts coaching and continuously improves
• Can be trusted to follow through on responsibilities

What's in It for You | Benefits

This isn't just an opportunity to move cars — it's an opportunity to become part of a fast-growing automotive company and learn how a high-performing repair shop operates.

• 5-DAY WORK WEEK for reliable work-life balance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company matching
• Healthcare benefits for eligible team members
• Professional Development: Learn from experienced automotive professionals in a growing organization
• Career Growth: Opportunity to build experience and potentially pursue additional opportunities within Nealey Tire & Auto
• Strong Leadership: Work with a management team focused on accountability, positivity, and continuous improvement
• Culture & Perks: A tight-knit independent-shop environment built around teamwork, respect, accountability, and Free Lunch Fridays
• Growing Company: Five locations and continued expansion throughout Maryland

About Nealey Tire & Auto

At Nealey Tire & Auto, we're not just fixing cars — we're building one of the most respected and fastest-growing automotive service companies in Maryland.

With five thriving locations and more growth ahead, we've built our reputation around integrity, performance, teamwork, and operational excellence.

We're looking for a Car Porter who takes pride in working hard and being someone the team can depend on.

You don't need years of automotive experience to succeed here.

If you're punctual, energetic, dependable, coachable, and willing to work, we want to hear from you.

If you're looking for an opportunity to get into the automotive industry and become part of a team that expects people to perform at a high level, Nealey Tire & Auto could be the place to start.