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WADE
GEFRE Career
Coach / Pres. / Owner / 26th Year
Wade
is 56 and a graduate of Western Washington University with a Degree in
Business & Economics
He
and his wife, a College & High School Math Teacher are raising
two boys
Car
People is not a franchise. We are a locally owned business with one owner
WADE'S
LIST
Please Email
your resume to: wade@autojobsonline.com If
you have emailed it and wonder if we have
received it I can tell you our
email works great and we appreciate you sending it to us. Due to the
high number of people contacting us we may not be able to respond but will
begin to watch
our job openings to see if we can help you.
Thank
you!
SA11688 FINANCE MANAGER 2
Openings in Smaller Market Dealerships
We
have two openings in smaller market dealerships. One with an Auto Group
and the other with a stand alone popular Domestic with a Truck line. Compensation
in the $6k to $8k range.
SA11684 GENERAL MANAGER /
Buy-In
Dealer
Principal in search of a new General Manager who will Buy-In. Looking for a local area
successful GM or top GSM ready to step up. The skill set he's after is a
competitive individual who wants to outsell the competition. He's going to
be particular about recent experience and job stability throughout one's
career. Compensation will be in the $120k to $150k range to start.
SA11682 GENERAL MANAGER Filled
We've
just received a new General Manager opening for a very good dealership
with a major auto row location. This employer is looking for that rare,
dynamic, hands-on GM with recent proven experience as a successful GM
driving the sales department to produce where others haven't gone before.
If you have recent General Manager experience within the last two years
and solid references from past Dealer Principal's stating your ability to
do things the right way this employer wants to talk with you. They are
looking for a top producer who can turn it up immediately and aren't going
to settle for anyone else. Compensation will be in the $250k to $350k
range.
COMMENT
FROM A PLACED SALES MANAGER
"Working
with Wade was just so smooth and easy. He really worked hard for me. He
just did a great job."
Confidential
Candidate
HIGH
PROFILE IMPORT DEALERSHIP
SA11690 LUXURY VEHICLE SALES
CONSULTANT
Local
area Luxury Line dealership in search of a Sales Consultant. This GM is
looking for a top performer with a professional appearance, ability to
successfully communicate with intelligent customers and a positive
demeanor. Compensation in the $60k to $100k range.
SA11224
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER Filled
New
car dealership with two unique car lines in search of an Information
Technology Manager to oversee all aspects of technology at their
dealership. Ideal applicant will have a good understanding of how to run a
business as well as have IT skills and experience. Automotive Dealership
Website marketing and design proficiency is a big plus. This opening is
with a dealership that is a long term customer of ours who have many
people employed that we have placed over the last 15 years. Compensation
based on experience.
COMMENT
FROM A PLACED CUSTOMER
"Heidi
at Car People was great at marketing my skills to dealerships in the
Portland area.
She was great to work with and a very good communicator"
Dennis
Botts
Information
Technology Manager
SUNSET
PORSCHE AUDI
SA11215
FINANCE MANAGER Filled
Luxury
Dealership in search of a Finance Manager with the unique skill set to
work with Luxury Vehicle clients who are mostly educated individuals,
business people, etc. People that have a more in-depth knowledge of
finance and payments than the average person. If you have the ability to
communicate successfully with these types of customers and can produce
good numbers in a full disclosure, non-confrontational manner this job may
be for you. This dealership has a history of promoting from within
rewarding good people with a career opportunity. Compensation
based on experience.
If
you are calling or emailing us we'd like to thank you for contacting Car
People.
We would like to respond personally to each
of you, our customers, but at times aren't able to. If you have email your
resume we will review it and watch to see what opens up we can help you
with. Thank you, Wade Gefre
SA11208 SALES MANAGER Filled
Dealer
Principal in search of a new Sales Manager. Looking for what everyone
wants in a Sales Manager. Bring in a lot of energy, apply the fundamentals
of the business daily to the Sales Department including daily training and
working closely with the sales force. (The fun part of the business.) If
you view this part as the fun part then you are the type of person this
Dealer is looking for. This is a good dealership with the Dealer Principal
there every day and involved in the business. Compensation in the $70 to
$90k range to start currently during the Great Recession.
SA11166
FINANCE MANAGER A Top Position in our Market / Filled
Must
have experience in a high quality, customer service oriented dealership
that does extremely clean deals. The clientele is educated and very smart
which will require a high level of disclosure selling from a Finance
Manager who is well spoken, well dressed and professional. The GM is going
to be very particular who he will let in the Finance office to talk with
his customers. The General Manager will only interview experienced new car
dealership Finance Managers with a stable work history and positive
references from former General Managers or Dealer Principals. Compensation
up to $80k to $100k plus range annually.
SA10915
FINANCE DIRECTOR Filled.
Top
Tier 1 Dealership in search of a new Finance Director. This store has a
first class management team that needs just one more piece of the puzzle.
If you have Finance Director experience or are a top Finance Manager who
has worked in a high volume store, has a stable work history with good
references this is may be an opportunity for you. Compensation will be based on
experience but this dealership doesn't have a problem compensating at
above market.
COMMENT
FROM A PLACED CUSTOMER
"Car
People, Inc is a first class organization. You did a fantastic job for me.
The Dealership you placed me at had already
been
interviewing people for my position and you got me in and right to the
General Manager. Thank you."
Mr.
Bill Davidson, Pre-Owned Manager
DON
RASMUSSEN BMW
SA10911
FINANCE MANAGER
Filled.
Premium
car line dealership confidentially in search of a new Finance Manager.
It's a lower volume higher priced sales situation. If you have experience
with that environment this General Manager would like to interview you.
The criteria given for this search assignment is job stability, very good
references and someone with integrity to work with a more special type of
customer. Compensation will be based on experience.
Call Wade Gefre at (503)
639-1266, fill out our online application and email your resume
to
wade@autojobsonline.com or fax to (503) 639-0210.
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POSITIONS
FILLED:
SA1044
GENERAL MANAGER / GSM Filled
Young
Dealer, who is not in a hurry, in search of a high energy GSM that is
ready to be a GM for the first time to oversee his luxury
dealership. Non-Portland area location but a strong economy and
great city to live in. The dealership is next to a high volume Import
store owned by the same auto group. What this owner is looking for is
someone who is "hands-on" to take charge and get the numbers
rolling. Have a pride-of-ownership mentality with the energy to do what it
takes to close a deal, talk to a customer, manage the staff, etc.
Compensation in the six figure range for the right person. The Dealer is
looking for job stability and good references in applicants for
consideration.
SA10738
FINANCE MANAGER Filled.
General
Manager ready to hire a Finance Manager but his search criteria is
narrow. He is looking for a Finance Manager with a stable work history
showing just a few jobs in the last 10 to 15 years. Customer Service is
the first priority. This is a good dealership with a popular car
line in it's segment but it is moderate volume. Compensation in the $70k to
$100k range.
SA10810
INTERNET MANAGER Filled.
Premium
brand dealership in the market for an experience Internet Manager. The job
description will be to build a new Internet Department in addition to fill
in Finance Manager a couple of days a week and Desk some pre-owned deals.
This opening is due to an internal promotion that is common for this
company. The General Manager is looking for some fresh ideas due to a
rising popularity and soon to be market share gain of the car line.
Compensation will be up to
$100k with a realistic pay plan.
SA10832
SALES MANAGER Beautiful New Dealership. Filled.
General
Manager in search of a Sales Manager that's a fit with his talented GSM.
If you are the kind of Sales Manager who knows how to make profitable car
deals, has a lot of energy, knows all of the lenders, is thorough with
his/her deals and takes them to Finance with everything complete you are a
fit with this dealership. Anything short of this skill set just won't fly
with this GM and GSM. Compensation in the $100k plus range.
SA10445
- PRE-OWNED SALES MANAGER / TOP LUXURY STORE
Filled.
Excellent
opportunity for a polished Pre-Owed / Used Car Manager with an impressive
work history and positive references. This dealership is one of our
favorites to have job openings to offer our applicants customers. We have
enjoyed a long term relationship with this organization and have quite a
few long term people employed there we have placed. It's a company that
values all of their staff and any level and believes in promoting from
within. Compensation in the $120k range. Please contact Wade Gefre.
SA9429
GENERAL MANAGER / GSM
Filled.
Rural
Domestic Dealership
Dealership
in search of a high quality General Manager / GSM that has the ability to
run a store with minimal supervision and produce positive results.
Past experience in a rural store needed. Excellent product line with
a full compliment of cars, trucks, suv's, vans, etc. . Compensation
in the $100k to $200k depending on performance. Call Wade Gefre
at (503) 639-1266, fill out our online application and email your resume to careers@autojobsonline.com
or fax to (503) 639-0210.
BUY-IN PARTNER
Filled
New
store / point. Dealer Principal in search of a buy-in partner.
Minorities and Women encouraged to apply. Call Wade Gefre
at (503) 639-1266.
Please
call Wade Gefre at (503) 639-1266, email your resume to
careers@autojobsonline.com
or
fax it to (503) 639-0210
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Heidi
Nelson 19th
Year
Employment
Counselor / Career Coach
Heidi
is a University of Oregon graduate with a Bachelor of Science in
Psychology
She
is from the Portland Metro Area. Heidi
is married to a great guy and
has a wonderful little boy.
Please
Fill out our Online Application and
Email your
Resume to heidi@autojobsonline.com
or fax to (503) 639-0210
Please
convert an Adobe PDF into a Word Doc or Copy & Paste your resume into
the body of an Email
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11623
BOOKKEEPER / CUSTOMER SERVICE
Chance
to work for a very good owner of multiple independents Repair businesses.
He's been a customer of ours since 1988. This position will handle
Billing, A/R, A/P, Deposits, work with RO's and Statement at Month End.
QuickBooks experience needed but it's an easy system to learn if you have
been on ADP or Reynolds. Compensation depending on experience level.
11674
SHOWROOM RECEPTIONIST
Centrally
located stable dealership with long term employees looking for
professional, outgoing, customer oriented individual who has a positive
attitude. Excellent benefit package. Compensation at $11 per hour range.
11654
COMPTROLLER
Dealer
Principal ready to interview experienced candidates for Comptroller. You
will need to have direct New Car Dealership experience as Comptroller /
Controller. Knowledge of all Desks and Duties with the ability to train
new staff. Overall dealership accounting, taxation, insurance, legal,
government experience / knowledge needed for this position. Compensation
will be competitive and based on experience level.
10601
OFFICE MANAGER / ASSISTANT CONTROLLER
Multi-Line
Metro Area Auto Group with many locations looking for an experienced
Office Manager with direct dealership Accounting back in a volume
environment. Compensation up to $5k a month.
*
Please
Identify Yourself When Calling , First and Last Name
We
need to Know Who is Calling and the Nature of the Call
Thanks
11673
TITLE ADMINISTRATOR
Beautiful
dealership in a growth phase in search of a professional Title
Administrator. High volume Titles, General Accounting including reconciliations
and other general office duties. Looking for a team player. Offering a
flexible schedule and good benefit package. Compensation at $14 TO $16 per hour range.
11647
OFFICE MANAGER / ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER Ready to Move Up
This
Dealership is looking for an Office Manager who has experience on multiple
desks and ready for their first Office Manager position. More details
coming soon. Compensation negotiable based on experience level.
TEMPORARY OPENINGS
Alert!
Two Office Manager Trainer Positions Open Now!
Periodically
we get Temporary Job Openings from Receptionist to Titles,
Contracts, A/P, A/R, Payroll, to Office Manager. 50% of the time our Temp
results in a permanent job offer. If you have Automotive Office Experience
and looking to work on a Temporary basis please fill out out Online
Application and Email us your Resume. Thanks.
Comment
from a placed Customer:
I
had my first day today and everyone was so welcoming and warm. This is a
great atmosphere and I cannot
thank you enough for the best job ever. Thank you! Thank You! Thank You!
You really made it happen and how
thrilling
to find your description was totally accurate of the people here.
They just are very nice, businesslike and
straightforward
people who love being at the dealership and their jobs there.
Please
let me know where I can properly rave about you and your services...I
would love to do that.
Thank You again!!
I'm your Biggest Fan.
Placed
Showroom Receptionist
PORTLAND
AREA DEALERSHIP
11664
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
Opening
with a very good dealership. Duties include A/R, Bank Recon and General
Ledger Accounting. Compensation up to $17 per hour range.
11606
CONTACT ADMIN / CAR DEAL PROCESSOR
Auto
Group in search of an experienced Contract Administrator who can break
down deals, submit and track funding, make payoffs, service contract
cancellations, statements and other duties. Compensation up to $16 per hour range.
11470
OFFICE MANAGER Re-Opened / Relocate / NW Location
Multi-Line
Tier One Import building a brand new beautiful dealership in search of an
Office Manager. The former Manager moved, following a spouses job
relocation. This opening is in a small community that has some nice modern
amenities along with water sports, great fishing & hunting. There is a
mix of a community including new people moving in for jobs with a couple
of new 21st century high tech companies that have located there. The area
is growing. Compensation in the $3000 a month plus a percentage of
profits but it's still in the $3000 range due to current economic
conditions and new car inventory problems due the the crisis in
Japan. Compensation will increase as conditions get back a more normal
range.
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An
interview set through Car People will put you at the "Head of the
Line" ***********
My
employer customers know I have handpicked you to present over all of the
others looking out there. I
will review your
resume, upgrade it and email to the employer along with your
references I've checked giving you a big advantage over other applicants.
I will coach you on that specific interview and be in your corner to help you win the
position over others.
I'll
get you that job! Thank
You,
Heidi Nelson
10970
CFO / CONTROLLER Re-Opened / Relocate / NW Location
Multi-Line
Import Auto Group with five locations, four franchises and still in a
growth / acquisition phase ready to interview experienced dealership
Controllers. The Dealer Principal is looking for a Super Star Leader. Compensation in the
$100K plus range.
11546
SERVICE CASHIER
Dual
Line Import ready to hire a new Service Cashier. You will need current
dealership Cashier experience with a stable work history and good
references. This is a full time position with a 4 day work week. Compensation in the
$10 per hour range
depending on experience level.
Comment
from a placed Customer:
"Once
again, I can't thank you enough for making this happen. You are the reason
I am here and I will be
forever
grateful to you. I look forward to us working together again in the very
near future. I hope Wade
knows
how lucky he is to have you. "
Judy
Ford, Human Resource Manager at
LANPHERE
ENTERPRISES / BEAVERTON HONDA
11431
ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER / Oregon Relocate out of the Portland Market /
Smaller Community
Controller
in search of a strong automotive accounting manager who has experience car
deals, titles and financial statement preparation. Willing to train the
right candidate who has some dealership office experience but needing more
training. This is a smaller, low volume dealership that is part of a
larger auto group that is very well financed. Compensation up to $42k per
year.
Comment
from a placed Office Manager:
Heidi
made me feel as though I was the only applicant she was working with. It
felt as though I was very important to her.
She really listened to not
only what kind of a job I was looking for but what kind of a company I
wanted to work for.
Heidi only called me with those types of openings and
not others I wasn't interested in.
Michelle
Raleigh / Office Manager
PORTLAND
METRO DEALERSHIP
If
you are dealership experienced and don't see any openings that fit
you or that you are interested in please contact me anyway.
I
get new openings frequently and update the website as time allows. Most of
our openings open and close fast. I'm always
tracking possible openings through my daily contacts with Managers.
I've placed a lot of them in their jobs. I'd like to know
about you ahead of time and be ready to move when a new position
opens. Knowing your background allows me to update
these Managers on talent that's currently available. Many
placements have been made throughout the years this way.
POSITIONS THAT HAVE FILLED
10624
ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER / OFFICE MANAGER Filled
Here
is a great opportunity to prove yourself to a Controller and move up to
Office Manager. This Controller is looking for candidates that have
Management potential to be moved up. The job starts out with duties
including supervision of office staff, flooring, accounts payable, and
other special projects. Compensation at $2500 a month to
start.
11620
ASSISTANT
OFFICE MANAGER Filled
Single
point Domestic dealership in search of as Assistant Office Manager due to
a retirement. The position encompasses compiling Car Deals, Accounts
Payable, Booking RO's, Cashiering Supervision, some Deposits /
Reconciling, New Employee Paperwork and Manage the Cashier and
Receptionist. Compensation negotiable based on experience level.
11544 CONTROLLER
Filled
Well
established Metro Area Multi-line Dealership ready to interview automotive
experienced Controller / Office Managers. You will need to have a
background managing at least a medium sized dealership and be able to work
in a fast paced environment. Multi-line experienced preferred but not a
deal breaker. Compensation in the $85k per year with opportunity for
improvement on that down the road.
Comment
from a placed candidate
"My
dealership recently sold and I was let go and so was my husband who was a
Tech. I contacted Heidi
and she went to work for me. She got my husband a new job within a week
and me after about 3 weeks.
I'm absolutely happy in my new job and happy with the job Heidi did
for us. I tell anyone who is looking
for a new automotive job to contact Heidi. I am now a walking business
card for her".
Confidential
Warranty Administrator
CONFIDENTIAL
AUTO GROUP
11538 OFFICE MANAGER Alaska
Filled
Multi-line
Tier One Import & Domestic dealership looking for an experienced
automotive accounting professional to oversee the office. This is a
friendly, family oriented business. You will need to have direct
dealership experience managing a small staff. This is a great opportunity
for an Assistant Office Manager who has been trained in month end close
and understands full accounting. They want a manager who brings a positive
and morale building presence to the office.
11533 TITLE
ADMINISTRATOR Filled.
High
volume new and used Titles. Up to 125 per month. CVR computer registration
experience required. A positive attitude to fit in with an office staff
and long term Office Manager. Compensation in the $16 an hour range.
11551 WARRANTY
ADMINISTRATOR Filled
Dual
Line Import dealership ready to interview experienced automotive Warranty
Administrators for the open position at their dealership. Very good
Service Manager to work for who Car People placed years ago. If you
have the background and good job references this could be a great fit.
There is upward mobility within this Auto Group. Compensation is in the
$15 to $16 per hour range.
11426 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Filled
New
Dealership opening we just received. This dealership rarely has turnover
but their current A/R person is going back to school. This is a stable
store with long term ownership and management. You will need to be able to
multi-task including back-up phones at times, have good computer skills
and of course good A/R / Collections skills. Compensation in the $13 to
$15 an hour range.
11373
OFFICE MANAGER Relocate / NW Location Filled
Dealer
Principal lost his Office Manager due to retirement. You will need to be an experienced new car dealership
Office Manager of course. If you are a Top Assistant Office Manager ready to
move up this could be your chance to land your first Office Manager
position. You will need to be able to relocate out of the Portland Metro
Area to a smaller market. Compensation in the $4000 to $5000 per month
depending on experience level.
11539 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Filled
Strong
computer skills required up-to-date with current business software. Work
in a high volume, professional environment with long term employees and
opportunity for growth. Compensation in the $15 to $16 an hour range depending on experience.
11490 CASHIER /
RECEPTIONIST Filled
Another
New Dealership opening we just received. Office Manager is promoting the
Cashier / Receptionist into an Accounting position and needs to fill that
spot. This position first of all requires answering all incoming calls
plus cashier for Parts & Service and a lot of Filing duties. Hours are
Monday through Friday 9am to 6pm. Compensation in the $9.00 to $11.00 an
hour range.
SA11315 GENERAL OFFICE / VEHICLE ADMINISTRATOR
Entry
Level position where the Office Manger is willing to train the right
person on additional and new duties. Process dealer trades, stock in
vehicles, posting, cutting checks, filing and backing up the Receptionist.
Compensation at $12 to $13 an hour.
Comment
from a placed Office Manager:
I
want to send a HUGE Thank You for having found my wonderful new position
as Office Manager at
Ron
McDonald Chevrolet! Everyone here is so friendly and helpful, I hardly
feel like this is "work".
Your
personal touch really made a difference. I wish there were more Heidi's
out there in the placement world.
Thanks again Heidi!
Cindy
Guthrie, Office Manager
RON
MCDONALD CHEVROLET
Madras,
Oregon
SA11325
ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER / ASSISTANT CONTROLLER
Controller
looking for Automotive experienced Accounting Assistant with in-depth
working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Manage Flooring, some Accounts
Payable, create different Accounting Reports and work with Controller on
day to day Accounting and Special Projects. Background in heavy Automotive
Accounting and Financial Statement. Compensation negotiable depending on experience.
This company pays it's employees well.
SA11313 TITLE CLERK
Controller
in search of an experienced dealership Title Clerk. Processing a high
volume of Titles per month. Very good Auto Group with nice new offices to
work in. Compensation up to $16 an
hour.
SA11072
CONTROLLER / OFFICE MANAGER
Dealer
Principal in search of an analytical team player who is ready to roll up
their sleeves and work closely with and manage an office staff of five
people. The books are clean. You will process two statements of two
dealerships with a total volume of over 200 units a month. Leadership
skills a must along with strong computer and Excel skills. Compensation up
to $70 - $80k annually.
SA10996
BODY SHOP OFFICE MANAGER
Very
good dealership ready to hire an experienced Body Shop Secretary. This is
with an auto group that has a history of providing long term jobs.
Excellent Service Manager leading Fixed Operations and a twenty year
General Manager. Looking for someone to work with estimates and bill them
out. Currently converting from DMS to Reynolds. Good A/R skills needed to
keep current on outstanding invoices. The shop has 4 Estimators.
Compensation up to $16.50 an hour.
New
Job Openings Daily
Contact
us today, these openings can go fast. Just
fill out our online application or Call (503) 639-1266.
You can also email your resume to careers@autojobsonline.com or
fax it to (503) 639-0210.
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HEIDI'S
LIST
Please scroll down to view all open
positions.
We
have placed customers throughout
Oregon, Washington and Idaho with most jobs in these cities:
Portland
/ Vancouver / Milwaukie / Gladstone / Oregon City / Gresham /
Sandy / Beaverton
Hillsboro / Forest Grove
/ McMinnville /
Newberg / Wilsonville
/ Salem
/ Corvallis / Albany / Eugene
Medford / Roseburg
/ Bend / Hood
River / The Dalles / Redmond and the Oregon
Coast
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WADE
GEFRE Career
Coach / Pres. / Owner / 26th Year
Wade
is 56 and a graduate of Western Washington University with a Degree in
Business & Economics
He
and his wife, a College & High School Math Instructor are raising
two boys
Car
People is not a franchise. We are a locally owned business with one owner
WADE'S
LIST
*Heidi works on
some of these as well
We
have placed customers throughout
Oregon, Washington and Idaho with most jobs in these cities:
Portland
/ Vancouver / Milwaukie / Gladstone / Oregon City / Gresham /
Sandy / Beaverton
Hillsboro / Forest Grove
/ McMinnville /
Newberg / Wilsonville
/ Salem
/ Corvallis / Albany / Eugene
Medford / Roseburg
/ Bend / Hood
River / The Dalles / Redmond and the Oregon
Coast
TECHNICIANS
/ MECHANICS / BODY SHOP TECHS WE
GET OPENINGS IN THE PORTLAND /
VANCOUVER AREA AND OREGON
We
will do a good job of representing you to Employers. You will need to have
a
stable work history, good references, a
driving record with two infractions or less over the past 3 years without
any DUI's or reckless driving. Employers will require you to pass a
state-of-the-art pre-employment drug screen and background check. If you are in the range of
these qualifications we would like you to confidentially email your resume to
careers@autojobsonline.com
and/or fill out our application on this website. Just scroll back to
the top of the page and look for the Application Button to your left. You
can call Heidi too at (503) 639-1266. It's her 19th year placing Techs in
new jobs. Thank you.
11685 NISSAN LEAF CERTIFIED
TECHNICIAN
NISSAN
dealership in search of a LEAF Certified Tech. Good auto row location.
Please call Heidi Nelson for more details.
Please
Email your resume to: wade@autojobsonline.com If you have emailed it
and wonder if we have
received it I can tell you our email works great and we appreciate you
sending it to us. Due to the
high number of people contacting us we may not be able to respond but will
begin to watch
our job openings to see if we can help you.
Thank
you!
11638 SERVICE MANAGER
Vehicle Line Specific
New
opening for an experienced Dealership Service Manager for a single point
Domestic Dealership in the Willamette Valley. The Dealer Principal is
looking for his car line specifically. He is a
good businessman and local community leader. In search of a hands-on,
energetic Service Manager who will get right out there in the middle of it
everyday and lead the charge. If you've been a successful Service Advisor
who has been a Manager for just a few years that is the type of individual
this Dealer wants. It's a popular line of cars and trucks that sell
well. Compensation in the $6000 and up range per month.
11589 SERVICE MANAGER Filled
Portland
Area Import Dealership ready to grow the Service and Parts Department but
need a strong leader to accomplish the task. If you have Metro Area
experience and can capture new business that is out there, recruit Techs,
train and motivate people to perform at a high level this Dealer Principal
wants to talk to you. Compensation in the $5000 range per month to
start.
SA11643
SERVICE MANAGER / INDEPENDENT REPAIR BUSINESS / CENTRAL OREGON Filled
General
Manager ready to hire a Customer Pay focused Service Manager. This is 2
Advisor, 3 Tech, 1 LOF, 1 Detail, department. Compensation up to
$7000 a month range with a healthy guarantee for the first 3 to 6 months
to let you get acclimated and up and running.
Comment
from a Placed Customer:
"Wade
is very ethical, honest and works hard for his clients. He has the
Employer and Applicants
best
interest in mind. He doesn't pull any punches, it is what it is. If you
are looking for a new job
and
need it to be confidential he is the person to call.
Confidential
Service Manager
CONFIDENTIAL
HIGH LINE STORE
11591 SERVICE ADVISOR
High
Line Dealership ready to add a "Top Impact Player". A top long
term Advisor has been promoted to Service Manager in another of this auto
groups dealerships creating this opening. Car People has an Advisor we
placed there 9 years ago who is still there and the Service Manager was
placed by us just a few years ago. He's a great guy with a positive
attitude and good to work for. Compensation is in the $50k to $70k range.
It will grow as you learn the product, dealership and develop a trusting
relationship with your customers.
11641 SERVICE MANAGER Filled
Smaller
Portland Metro Area dealership ready to hire a new Service Manager. This
dealership is in a re-build mode and needs a leader to dive into this
department and get it rolling. It's an 85% Manager job and 15% Advisor.
Long term Owner and a great General Manager to work for who want a Manager
with a specific car line, theirs. We placed a Service Manager
with this GM ten years ago at another dealership and it went very well,
they are still friends and keep in touch. Compensation in the $5000 range per month to
start.
11642 SERVICE ADVISOR SW
Washington
Smaller
dealership with a top car and truck line in need of a Service
Advisor. Monday through Friday 7:30 to 5:30 and every 3rd Saturday.
You will get a weekday off the week you work Saturday. This a good spot
for an Advisor with 6 months to 1 year experience. Compensation is in the
$40k range to start.
COMMENT
FROM AN EMPLOYER:
Car
People has been and excellent service for us throughout the years. They
really look our for us and our best
interests
with the candidates they send us to interview. We have had great success
with the people we have hired
through
Car People. Plus they back up their referrals and will make a free
replacement if someone doesn't work out.
Corporate
Fixed Operations Director
LARGE
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
11631 SERVICE MANAGER
Relocate / Tier One Import Dueled with a Domestic Line including
Trucks / ON HOLD
General
Manager in need of a Hands-On Leader who will run the Service Department
with "Pride of Ownership." This is a great opportunity to
"prove" yourself to this GM who will most likely completely
delegate all responsibilities to the right person. Beautiful facility in a
community where there isn't any competition. This is a perfect set-up for
an energetic, honest, and career oriented individual who wants to do it
the right way. This isn't a "sit behind the desk" job, that
won't fly. You will need to be engaged with the customer base and provide
superior training to your staff. Again, run it like it's your own
business. Compensation will depend on experience level.
11636 SERVICE DIRECTOR Filled
Dealership
with a very good General Manager in search of a new Service Director. Past
experience successfully managing a dealership Service Department over a
good period of time a plus. This conservative General Manager want to see
a combination of job stability, good recruitment skills and ability to
create a high morale / high producing Service Department. Compensation in the
$100k to $150k range per year.
Comment
from a placed customer:
"I
contacted Wade about finding a new job and he did all of the work for me.
It was seamless. He had quality interviews
to send me on. When I went to an interview it was like I already had my
foot in the door, like a 3rd interview.
He made it a lot easier for me, I hadn't interviewed for a new job in a
long time. "
Placed Service Manager
NEW
CAR DEALERSHIP
(This
applicant had a good job history and good references.)
11582 SERVICE ADVISOR
Solid
popular product, great location and a good Service Manager to work for, we
placed him there. This Advisor spot that is open is ready for a high
producing Advisor to step right in and be off and running. You will be
rewarded for you efforts that result in treating customers with respect,
advising them on needed repairs and maintenance and gaining their
business. This department is run fairly with no favorites. The dealership
has a long term owner and is financially healthy. The new models coming
out are going to be a big hit with the loyal customer base. Compensation
is in the $50k to $70k range. It will grow as you learn the product,
dealership and develop a trusting relationship with your customers.
11586 SERVICE ADVISOR Filled
Multi-Line
Domestic Dealership looking for a Domestic brand Advisor with a track
record of good CSI and retaining a high Effective Labor Rate. This is a
selling position with a good flow of customers. Your knowledge and
experience as an Advisor with Domestic cars and trucks is vital. Great
product, nice location and long term ownership. Compensation is in
the $50k to $65k range based on your performance.
WE GET NEW OPENINGS
& FILL SOME ALREADY LISTED, UPDATING THE WEBSITE AS TIME PERMITS
If you are automotive experienced but don't see a job that's a fit please
still email us your resume. We may have a great opening or get one soon that's a fit for you.
Most jobs are the Portland / Vancouver area unless stated elsewhere.
11529 SERVICE ADVISOR Filled
Dual
Import in need of a high energy, customer oriented Service Advisor.
Positive Service Manager to work for who Car People placed five years ago.
It's a hands-on, busy Service Drive that requires a good multi-tasking
skill level. You will need to show a stable work history plus references
from former Managers attesting to your abilities and success as an above
average Advisor. Compensation is in the $50k to $70k range. It will grow
as you learn the product, dealership and develop your customers.
Comment
from a placed customer:
"Wade
did a great job finding me my new Service Manager position in the area of
the Northwest
I wanted to move to. He was very professional, easy to work with and cared
about my relocation
of my family. I really like my new job and employer"
Confidential
new Service Manager
SW
Washington Automotive Dealership
(This
applicant had a good job history and good references.)
***********
An
interview set through Car People will put you at the "Head of the
Line" ***********
My
employer customers know I have handpicked you to present. I
will review your resume, upgrade it if needed
and email it along with your
references. I
will get you the interview and be in your corner to help you win the
position over others. That's
my job and I work hard at it for you!
I get
new job openings, watch multiple websites and am constantly
working for you. I'll
get you that job!
Thank
You, Wade Gefre
POSITIONS
FILLED:
11056 PARTS COUNTER Filled
Luxury
car line dealership in search of a internet technical Parts Person for a
newly opened Wholesale department with two national websites. You will
need to have experience cropping pictures with Microsoft Photoshop and
posting them to the website. Ability to learn and become proficient
with all of the new computerized accessories and systems in new vehicles.
This car line has many new bells and whistles creating a larger parts
market for product. Compensation at $35k to $40k per year.
11520 LEAD SERVICE ADVISOR Filled
Very
well run dealership with a unique and niche product including a nice facility including a big Service
Department. Progressive and energetic Service Manager who is ready to
expand. It's an easy going environment that is more Mom & Pop than
Corporate. They have the business and the room to add more Techs if they
could find the right Advisor. Compensation in the $3500 a month range to
start but more is there to make for an individual who wants to work at a
good pace, stay on
task and handle a lot of customers. The Techs can handle a lot more hours
per day.
COMMENT
FROM A PLACED CUSTOMER:
Car
People is a very good Service for Advisors and Managers to find a new job.
Wade is in touch with everybody
and made me feel I was important. He helped me stand up when I was beaten
down by my current employer.
Confidential
New Service Manager
IMPORT
DEALERSHIP
(This
applicant had a good job history and good references.)
SA11283
SERVICE MANAGER Willamette Valley / Relocate out of Portland Area
Filled
Very
good Dealer Principal replacing his Service Manager who is retiring after
many years of employment. It's a dual line store in a smaller town that
will need a Manager with a high level of customer service dealing with
long term repeat customers. If you have the skill set and business
approach to maintain this customer base through transparent and fair
dealings with the community this could be a fit for you. Compensation in the
$60k
range.
SA11219
SERVICE MANAGER Filled
Tier
One Import Fixed Ops Director in need of a Service Manager
with high volume experience. Your ability to recruit successful Advisors
(he's happy with you using Car People; he is for this opening) ) and other
staff is of high importance. Ability to set up an organized chain of command
without politics, a timely and fair review process including the same
rewards and discipline to all employees equally. No favorites. Basically
building a strong department using the right fundamentals that have
lasting effect. If you have a successful track record
in dealership service, a stable work history and good references from
former supervisors this could be a great spot for you. Compensation in the
$80k plus range with growth potential as we move out of the Great
Recession.
SA10704
FIXED OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Filled
Wow!
One of the top positions in our market. Leading Import Dealership
interviewing for a new Fixed Ops Director. The former Director got wooed
back by a former Dealer. This is a very large and successful fixed ops
department doing over a million dollars a month. They would like someone
with a college education but open to a top candidate who's learned the
business the old fashioned way, by earning their stripes. Compensation
is $120k to $130k at this time of year with more potential the first,
second and third quarters of next year.
Comment
from a placed customer:
"
Car
People was a great service for me to contact prospective employers. Wade's
follow through was good.
He took care of everything for me from setting
interviews, providing employers with my references and
placing me in my
new job. I just really appreciate it.."
Eric
Fischer Service Manager
TOWN
& COUNTRY CHEVROLET
SA10222
ASSISTANT
SERVICE MANAGER - One of the best openings we've had in years!
Filled.
What
a great job opening! One of the best Import dealerships in our
market in search of an Assistant
Service Manager to manage the "Front End" of the Service
Department. The Service Manager is retiring in three years! If you have some management experience or are a top Advisor
ready to manage this is an excellent opportunity for you. The job entails
overseeing 10 Advisors, Service Cashiers, a Service Receptionist and more.
It's a total Front staff of 20 people. You will work with the Shop Foreman
in regards to the Techs. There will be some times when you will write
Service if all Advisors are busy, or during vacation/sick days relief. But
the core of the job is as acting Assistant Service Manager. Compensation
will be in the $60k to $100k depending on level of experience and training
needed.
SA10826 SERVICE MANAGER Filled.
New
opening in a rural dealership. Dealer Principal looking for a Service
Manager to bring in fresh energy and enthusiasm to his Service Department.
A self-reliant manager who can handle being delegated the Service
Department without a lot of interference from upper management. A person
with the ability to manage the Techs properly through tough yet fair
motivational techniques. Compensation at $70k.
Comment
from a recently placed customer:
"
I
found Car People to be a very professional organization. They were a
tremendous resource for me in my search
for a new job.
It's pretty basic stuff. Wade has the connections and he
got me interviews with dealerships
that were the right fit for me."
Service Manager
METRO
AREA DOMESTIC IMPORT DEALERSHIP
(We
are very happy to help this candidate land his first Service Manager position.)
SA10748
PARTS MANAGER Filled.
Busy
high volume Import dealership wants to start a confidential search for a
new Parts Manager. I can't name the make of car, they have asked me to
keep it confidential. If you have dealership Parts Manager experience with
job stability and good references from former employers please contact us.
Compensation ranging from $65k to $70k.
SA10662 BODY
SHOP MANAGER Filled.
General
Manager of a multi-store group ready to hire a new Body Shop Manager.
There is a lot of room for growth within this body shop. It will get all
of the support needed to grow. Upper Management is giving this priority
and is looking for a leader to take charge. Compensation ranging from $50k
to $70k range.
Comment
from a placed customer:
"
Wade
works hard, this is the second time he has helped me. He just got me my
fist Assistant Service Manager position
managing the Advisors and Techs with the Service Manager. Wade's a great long term career advisor for you.
Confidential
Assistant Service Manager
CONFIDENTIAL
HIGH LINE STORE
SA9971
SERVICE ADVISOR / SERVICE MANAGER POTENTIAL Filled.
If
you are a leading Service Advisor tracking to be a Service Manager this is
the opening for you. Leading auto group in search of a top notch Advisor
with the skill set to be their next Service Manager. There is an opening
coming up and they are eager to find the right candidate. You will start
out as an Advisor and learn the system. If you have the skill set, are
willing to work hard and be a team player you will be eligible for the
upcoming opening. This isn't a false promise, this auto group has a
history of promoting from within. They have Managers to talk to that will
verify the program.
SA10851
LEAD SERVICE ADVISOR / ASSISTANT SERVICE MANAGER Filled.
Solid
Service Manager who really has it together is in need of a self-motivated,
ambitious, driven yet settled individual who can come in and help with the
growth this department is experiencing. He's going to be particular about
past work history, performance and references. If you are an Advisor who
can show you've stayed in positions without leaving when things get a
little tough and you've performed at a high level this Service Manager
want to meet with you. This is an opportunity to learn more Service
Manager duties including supervision of the staff. There is upward
mobility within this company but it would be up to you to earn it.
Compensation is in the $60k to $72k range.
SA10823 SERVICE
ADVISOR Favored Opening. Filled.
One
of our favorite dealerships to place Advisors in has just called us. This
is a first class store with a first class Service Manager, Owner and
Management Team. Your background will have to include job stability, solid service
sales skills, very good references from former Service Managers and a
history of high CSI Scores. Compensation will be in the $60k to $90k with
a solid benefit package as well. It's a nice work environment.
Comment
from a recently placed customer:
"
I
called Car People and they had a job opening for me. It was fast
and
I took the first job they sent me out on. What more can I say."
Rocky
Smith, Parts Counterman
RON
TONKIN HONDA
SA10813
PARTS COUNTER / PARTS MANAGER Filled.
Willamette
Valley dealership south of the Portland Metro Area looking for either a
top Parts Counterman (male / female) or a Parts Manager. They have two
green pea counterman and need an experienced person to add to the
department. While we'd like to name the specific car or factory line it
tends to circumvent our business. Compensation depending on
experience.
SA10941
NEW & USED CAR RECON / PDI MANAGER Filled.
Great
opening with a very good dealership and a progressive Service Manager.
If you have direct dealership experience with new and used Recon and PDI
management and vendor relations this is a good opening. Upward mobility
available within this company for successful people. this position can
lead to Service Advisor which in this dealership is a very good position
with solid pay. Recon position compensation to $45 to $55k per year.
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