Lot Lead - Walser Automotive - Reconditioning Center - Eagen

As a Lot Lead at Walser Automotive, your main responsibilities include overseeing all vehicle operations in the recon lot, managing the Dealer Support team, conducting vehicle inspections upon arrival, maintaining detailed logs, and ensuring the safety of all vehicles. You'll also handle the check-in process and coordinate daily inventories.

To qualify for the Lot Lead position at Walser Automotive, candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver's license, and have prior experience with Microsoft Office programs. Physical capability to lift up to 25 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods is also required.

Walser Automotive is committed to diversity and inclusion through various initiatives, including Employee Resource Groups such as Women of Walser and Drive with Pride. We strive to foster a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

Lot Leads at Walser Automotive enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, life insurance, and a 401K plan with employer match. Additionally, we offer pet insurance and employee discounts.

The work environment for a Lot Lead at Walser Automotive is dynamic and collaborative. You will work outdoors in varying weather conditions, manage a busy lot filled with vehicles, and engage with team members to ensure all operations run smoothly and efficiently.

When answering this question, highlight your leadership skills by describing specific scenarios. Discuss how you coordinated tasks, motivated team members, and resolved any conflicts that arose, which demonstrates your ability to thrive under pressure.

Your response should showcase your organizational skills. Explain your method for prioritizing tasks, whether by urgency, importance, or delegation, and provide examples of how this helped improve workflow efficiency.

Discuss the importance of maintaining safety equipment, adhering to safety regulations, and conducting regular inspections. This shows your commitment to ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and your team.

Provide an example of a conflict you managed successfully. Highlight your communication skills and problem-solving approach, emphasizing the importance of listening to both sides and finding a resolution that fosters teamwork.

Discuss the importance of meticulous record-keeping. Outline your strategies for maintaining accuracy, such as using checklists, regularly cross-referencing data, and leveraging technology to streamline the process.

Explain your process for conducting vehicle inspections. Emphasize the importance of attention to detail, checking for safety issues, and documenting findings comprehensively to ensure all vehicles meet safety standards.

Share examples of how you've used Microsoft Office programs in previous roles, particularly focusing on tasks involving Excel for data management or Word for documentation. This showcases your technical skills relevant to the Lot Lead position.

Discuss your problem-solving approach, including assessing the situation, consulting relevant team members, and implementing quick solutions while ensuring that safety protocols are followed.

Share your passion for automobiles, customer service, or teamwork. Highlight any relevant personal experiences that have inspired you to pursue a career in the automotive sector, emphasizing your dedication to the field.

Discuss your experience, skills aligned with the job description, and how your values align with those of Walser Automotive. Highlight your capacity for leadership and your commitment to the company's core values.