At Volkswagen St. John's, delivering an exceptional customer experience starts long before a customer enters the showroom. We are seeking a dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Lot Attendant to join our team during an exciting period of growth.

As a Lot Attendant, you will play an important role in keeping our dealership organized, clean, safe, and ready for our customers. You will support both our Sales and Service teams by managing vehicle movement, maintaining our lots, and helping ensure the dealership operates smoothly throughout the day.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying active, takes pride in keeping things organized, and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate is reliable, safety-conscious, adaptable, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

If you are looking to join an award-winning dealership where teamwork, professionalism, and attention to detail are valued, we encourage you to apply.

You May Be a Great Fit If You:

- Enjoy working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.
- Take pride in keeping vehicles and dealership areas clean, organized, and presentable.
- Are confident and experienced operating both manual and automatic transmission vehicles, including safely maneuvering and parking vehicles in a busy dealership environment.
- Are comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Work well independently while also supporting a collaborative team.
- Have strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset.
- Are reliable, punctual, and willing to jump in where needed.
- Take pride in providing a positive experience for customers and coworkers.

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply and join our award-winning team at Volkswagen St. John's. Position: Permanent, Full-Time

Location: Volkswagen St. John's

Schedule: 7:30am-4:30pm, Monday to Friday

Starting Wage:

What You’ll Be Doing

- Support the Sales and Service departments with daily dealership lot and vehicle management needs.
- Maintain new and used vehicle lots to ensure they are clean, organized, and presented according to dealership standards.
- Move and position vehicles throughout the dealership as required.
- Assist with managing the flow of vehicles through the Service Drive-Thru to help maintain safe and efficient operations.
- Inspect vehicles as they arrive and report any damage or concerns immediately.
- Ensure vehicles are parked and positioned appropriately and securely.
- Remove snow, litter, debris, and other materials from dealership lots and surrounding areas as required.




- Monitor dealership lots for potential safety hazards and report concerns promptly.
- Assist with maintaining vehicle presentation and overall dealership appearance.
- Support the Service Drive-Thru Attendant and Sales team as required.
- Assist with customer and vehicle traffic during busy periods.
- Perform additional operational duties assigned by management.

What We’re Looking For

- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence required.
- Clean driving abstract required.
- Ability to operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles required.
- Certificate of Conduct required.
- High school diploma or equivalent considered an asset.
- Previous automotive, dealership, or customer service experience considered an asset.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to commute to or relocate to St. John’s, NL.

The Skills That Will Help You Succeed

- Reliability – Consistently arrives on time, completes assigned responsibilities, and can be counted on to support the team.
- Attention to Detail – Notices vehicle damage, safety concerns, and presentation issues and addresses them appropriately.
- Safety Awareness – Maintains awareness of surroundings, vehicle movement, pedestrians, and potential workplace hazards.
- Teamwork – Works cooperatively with Sales, Service, and other dealership departments.
- Communication Skills – Communicates professionally and effectively with customers, coworkers, and management.
- Time Management – Prioritizes tasks effectively and responds to changing dealership needs.
- Adaptability – Comfortable adjusting priorities and assisting wherever needed to keep dealership operations running smoothly.

What You’ll Experience in the Role Physical demands of the role include:

- Standing and walking for extended periods.
- Bending, stretching, lifting, reaching, and climbing.
- Lifting up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
- Moving throughout dealership lots, Service, Sales, and other operational areas.
- Performing seasonal snow clearing and removal of debris.
- Utilizing physical and manual dexterity throughout the workday.
- Operating vehicles and equipment consistent with industry standards.

This position involves working in an active dealership environment with exposure to:

- Noise and vibration.
- Dust and exhaust fumes.
- Wet or slippery surfaces.




- Hazardous and non-hazardous automotive materials.
- Extreme heat and cold depending on seasonal conditions.
- Outdoor conditions including snow, rain, wind, and ice.

Safety Expectations

- CSA approved, Steel toe safety boots are required.
- PPE, including high-visibility safety vests and eye protection, must be worn as required.
- Follow all Occupational Health & Safety legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain awareness of workplace hazards and follow secure work practices.
- Use vehicles, equipment, and materials appropriately and safely.
- Immediately report hazards, vehicle damage, unsafe conditions, or incidents to management.
- Be prepared to respond appropriately in emergency situations, including evacuation procedures and emergency equipment use.

Unique Perks Birthday Off: After your first year of employment, enjoy your special day with a paid day off on your birthday…because celebrations matter!

Pet Bereavement Day: We understand the importance of furry family members. Take a bereavement day for pets when needed; we're not just coworkers; we're compassionate and caring.

Comprehensive Medical Plan: Access a comprehensive medical plan administered through Canada Life to support your health and well-being.

Family Business Atmosphere: Join a close-knit family business where you're more than an employee. Our people are an important part of what makes Matthews Motors successful.

Benefits

- Extended health care
- Vision care
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee store discount

About the Company Volkswagen St. John’s is part of Matthews Motors, which also operates:

- Volkswagen St. John's
- Audi St. John's
- Bodyworks Collision & Glass

Our dealerships are built on a commitment to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering an exceptional experience for every customer. As an equal prospect employer, Matthews Motors is committed to fostering a team that reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $16.35 per hour

Benefits

- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Are you confident and experienced operating a manual transmission (standard) vehicle independently and safely?

Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Driver's License with a clean drivers abstract (required)

Work Location: In person

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