Auto Photographer / New Car Receiving

Auto Photographer/Porter/New Car Inspector

The Automotive Photo Booth/Porter/New Car Inspector is responsible for receiving and inspecting incoming vehicles, photographing support and staging, and moving vehicles efficiently through the production process. This role ensures all vehicles are properly positioned, visually consistent, and frontline-ready for online listings and lot display.
Essential Duties

Photo Booth Staging & Support
Stage vehicles in the photo booth according to company standards
Align wheels, straighten steering wheel, and center vehicle placement
Ensure proper lighting conditions and clean background setup
Assist with or capture high-quality vehicle photos (interior & exterior)
Verify all required photo angles are completed before vehicle release
Vehicle Movement (Porter Duties)
Safely transport vehicles between: detail/reconditioning area, photo booth, service dept, sales lots
Park and organize vehicles in designated areas
Maintain efficient vehicle flow to avoid production delays
New Vehicle Intake & Inspection
Receive and track incoming new vehicles
Perform initial condition inspection: exterior (scratches, dents, paint, etc), interior (damages, keys, books, etc)
Document findings with photos and start process with service on any transit damage claims
Ensure keys and books to inventory control office after check in to be logged for service
Deliver extra book and keys to sales department daily
Customer Readiness
Ensure vehicles are presentation-ready for delivery or pickup
Support management in resolving customer concerns related to quality
Maintain a high level of attention to detail to prevent comebacks
Reporting & Documentation
Track inspection scores and common quality issues
Report trends to foreman or management
Assist in monitoring overall shop quality performance
Qualifications, Experience, Education, Certificates, Licenses, ETC:

High school graduate or GED
Valid driver's license with clean driving record
Ability to safely operate various vehicle types
Strong attention to detail and organization skills
Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment
Basic technology skills (tablet, software, apps, and camera systems)
Work Environment & Requirements:

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Repeated entry/exit of vehicles
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather
Lift up to 25-50 lbs as needed