Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Lot Porter
$12.75 - $14.50/hr
Job Summary: The Lot Porter verifies receipt of vehicles delivered to dealer, compares serial numbers of incoming cars against the invoice, and inspects vehicles for damage. In addition, the Lot ...
Lot Porter
$12.75 - $14.50/hr
Job Summary: The Lot Porter verifies receipt of vehicles delivered to dealer, compares serial numbers of incoming cars against the invoice, and inspects vehicles for damage. In addition, the Lot ...
Parts Counterperson
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Parts Department Counterperson assures proper control of the parts inventory and related administrative functions. This person is responsible for receiving and recording new parts ...
Parts Counterperson
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Parts Department Counterperson assures proper control of the parts inventory and related administrative functions. This person is responsible for receiving and recording new parts ...
Service Lane Attendant
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary This position is responsible for a variety of important tasks primarily related to taking care of our service customers as they arrive at our dealership. It will include greeting ...
Service Lane Attendant
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary This position is responsible for a variety of important tasks primarily related to taking care of our service customers as they arrive at our dealership. It will include greeting ...
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer ... Kia standards * Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if ...
Lot Porter
$13.50 - $15.50/hr
Job Summary: The Lot Porter verifies receipt of vehicles delivered to dealer, compares serial numbers of incoming cars against the invoice, and inspects vehicles for damage. In addition, the Lot ...
Lot Porter
$13.50 - $15.50/hr
Job Summary: The Lot Porter verifies receipt of vehicles delivered to dealer, compares serial numbers of incoming cars against the invoice, and inspects vehicles for damage. In addition, the Lot ...
Parts Delivery Driver
Ocala, FL · On-site
$23K - $27K/yr
Job Summary: The Parts Department Delivery Driver / Counterperson assure proper control of the parts inventory and related administrative functions. This person is responsible for receiving and ...
Parts Delivery Driver
Ocala, FL · On-site
$23K - $27K/yr
Job Summary: The Parts Department Delivery Driver / Counterperson assure proper control of the parts inventory and related administrative functions. This person is responsible for receiving and ...
Job Summary: The Sales Representatives will spend the work day on the telephone and computer. The ideal candidate will be a people-person, energetic, and professional. He/She will respond to internet ...
Job Summary: The Sales Representatives will spend the work day on the telephone and computer. The ideal candidate will be a people-person, energetic, and professional. He/She will respond to internet ...
Parts Counterperson
Gainesville, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Parts Department Counterperson assures proper control of the parts inventory and related administrative functions. This person is responsible for receiving and recording new parts ...
Parts Counterperson
Gainesville, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Parts Department Counterperson assures proper control of the parts inventory and related administrative functions. This person is responsible for receiving and recording new parts ...
Job Summary This position is responsible for a variety of important tasks primarily related to taking care of our service customers as they arrive at our dealership. It will include greeting ...
Job Summary This position is responsible for a variety of important tasks primarily related to taking care of our service customers as they arrive at our dealership. It will include greeting ...
Automotive Sales Manager
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Sales Manager ensures customer retention and the profitability of this profit center by recruiting qualified sales personnel; is responsible for appraising, purchasing ...
Automotive Sales Manager
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Sales Manager ensures customer retention and the profitability of this profit center by recruiting qualified sales personnel; is responsible for appraising, purchasing ...
Service Advisor
Cocoa, FL · On-site
Job Summary Serving as the primary point-of-contact for all automotive service and repair matters, the Service Advisor's core responsibility is to listen and thoroughly understand customer problems ...
Service Advisor
Cocoa, FL · On-site
Job Summary Serving as the primary point-of-contact for all automotive service and repair matters, the Service Advisor's core responsibility is to listen and thoroughly understand customer problems ...
Service Lane Attendant
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary This position is responsible for a variety of important tasks primarily related to taking care of our service customers as they arrive at our dealership. It will include greeting ...
Service Lane Attendant
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary This position is responsible for a variety of important tasks primarily related to taking care of our service customers as they arrive at our dealership. It will include greeting ...
Job Summary: The Business Development Representative is responsible for receiving, processing and coordinating all incoming telephonic sales inquiries, showroom floor requests and internet queries.
Job Summary: The Business Development Representative is responsible for receiving, processing and coordinating all incoming telephonic sales inquiries, showroom floor requests and internet queries.
Service Technician
Cocoa, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Service Technician is responsible for servicing and repairing vehicles as assigned by the Service Manager, Supervisor, or Team Leader. In addition, the Service Technician may also be ...
Service Technician
Cocoa, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Service Technician is responsible for servicing and repairing vehicles as assigned by the Service Manager, Supervisor, or Team Leader. In addition, the Service Technician may also be ...
Automotive Sales Manager
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Sales Manager ensures customer retention and the profitability of this profit center by recruiting qualified sales personnel; is responsible for appraising, purchasing ...
Automotive Sales Manager
Ocala, FL · On-site
Job Summary: The Sales Manager ensures customer retention and the profitability of this profit center by recruiting qualified sales personnel; is responsible for appraising, purchasing ...
Jenkins Kia information
What does a typical day look like for a sales consultant at Jenkins Kia?
What is the difference between Jenkins Kia vs Jenkins Service Advisor?
| Aspect | Jenkins Kia | Jenkins Service Advisor |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Customer service and vehicle sales | Customer communication and service scheduling |
| Required Skills | Sales, product knowledge, customer interaction | Customer service, technical understanding, communication |
| Work Environment | Dealership sales floor and showroom | Service department, customer lounge |
| Certifications | Sales certifications, possibly manufacturer-specific | Customer service training, technical knowledge beneficial |
Jenkins Kia primarily focuses on vehicle sales and customer engagement at the dealership, while Jenkins Service Advisor handles customer communication, service scheduling, and liaises between technicians and clients. Both roles require strong customer service skills, but their daily tasks and focus areas differ significantly.
What is a Jenkins Kia?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Kia automotive sales consultant?

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 7 days ago
Job description
The role of the Body Shop Prep Specialist is to deliver a premium retail experience to our clientele while maintaining a high quality and performance-oriented environment. He/she will be measured by achieving 100% or greater hour efficiency; delivering the highest quality paint repairs without comebacks; and by maintaining the highest level of customer satisfaction. The Technician must have a minimum of five years’ experience in a dealership atmosphere and/or in a continuous improvement process/procedure-oriented shop environment.. He/she will be expected to produce outstanding quality results on time or earlier. Mainly doing paint touch-up repair.
The ideal Collision Center Technician is a highly experienced auto prep/paint specialist who takes extreme pride in his/her quality of work, has an unrestricted driver's license, clean driving record, tear-down and finish work experience, a strong a trustworthy demeanor, and can drive both an automatic and standard.
About Us:
Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer based in Ocala, FL. With over 1,300 employees representing 17 automotive brands, we offer new and pre-owned vehicles, financing, warranties, automobile parts, accessories, service, and body repair. Our commitment is to provide customers with an outstanding automotive experience delivered with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm. At Jenkins Auto Group, we believe in promoting growth and upholding our forward trajectory through great people, high standards, and best practices, recognizing that our team is integral to our success.
- Medical- 4 plans (BCBS)
- Dental
- Vision
- Term Life
- Company-paid Term Life
- STD/LTD
- Accident indemnity rider
- PTO / Sick days (annually)
- 401(k) with an employer match
- Employee Assistant Program
- FMLA / Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Leave
The following is a representative list of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position:
- Perform work outlined on repair order with efficiency, accuracy, and high quality, and in accordance with dealership, insurance company, and GM, Mazda, and Kia standards
- Immediately communicate with body shop manager if additional work is needed; if work outlines is not needed; and/or if repairs cannot be completed in the promised time
- Document all work performed and recommended on the repair order, with proper flag sheets, technician notes, etc.
- Participate in all Paint Company, ICAR, ASE, or other training programs, certifications, schools, and events
- Perform daily cleaning of all body shop areas prior to leaving for the day
- Maintain dealership-owned tools and manuals in good working order and assume accountability for those tools; return all tools/manuals to their proper place after use
- Understand, stay abreast of, and comply with federal, state, and local regulations such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
- Operate all tooling and equipment in a safe manner
- Immediately report safety issues to management
- Assist fellow technicians in the learning process and act as a mentor to new technicians by illustrating best practices and by embracing/promoting quality repairs
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety standards
- Other duties as assigned.
- Sitting: Remaining in the seated position
- Stand: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about
- Walking: Moving about on foot
- Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) 50-75 lbs.
- Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder
- Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Includes slapping, striking, kicking, and treadle actions)
- Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking)
- Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or running on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces, or maintaining body equilibrium when performing gymnastic feats
- Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles
- Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees
- Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine
- Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet
- Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
- Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift automobile gears
- Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips
- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or to the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly
- Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear
- Tasting/Smelling: Distinguishing, with a degree of accuracy, differences or similarities in intensity or quality of flavors or odors, or recognizing particular flavors or odors using tongue or nose
- Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less
- Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more
- Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are
- Visual Accommodation: Adjustment of lens of eye to bring an object into sharp focus. This factor is required when doing near point work at varying distances from the eye
- Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors
- Field of Vision: Observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point
Environmental Conditions: Exposure to...
- Weather
- Moving mechanical parts
- Non-Climate controlled conditions
- Wet and/or humid conditions
- High, exposed places
- Noise
- Vibration