The posting
Vehicle Operations Coordinator – Walser Metropolitan Ford
Metropolitan Ford is now part of Walser Automotive Group — and we’re building our team!
This is an exciting time to join Metropolitan Ford as we begin our next chapter under the Walser umbrella. We’re bringing together the strength and history of Metropolitan Ford with the resources, career opportunities, and people-first culture of one of the Midwest’s leading automotive groups.
We’re looking for a Vehicle Operations Coordinator who likes staying active, keeping things organized, and being part of a team. You’ll play an important behind-the-scenes role in keeping our vehicle inventory moving, organized, and ready for our customers and sales team.
If you enjoy cars, working on your feet, and having a job where no two days look exactly the same, this could be a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and grow your career in automotive.
Compensation: $17-$20/hour depending on experience
What You’ll Do
You’ll help keep Metropolitan Ford’s vehicle operations running smoothly from the moment a vehicle arrives on our lot through the moment it’s ready for delivery to a customer.
- Support the sales team with the preparation and delivery of sold vehicles
- Receive and stock newly arriving vehicles
- Organize, park, stage, and move vehicles throughout the dealership lot
- Coordinate vehicles going to the appropriate service center for safety inspections
- Help ensure vehicles are priced, stickered, inspected, and ready for sale
- Verify required vehicle inspection reports are completed and available
- Assist with vehicle cleaning, detailing, fueling, and overall readiness
- Coordinate and complete dealer trades throughout the Twin Cities metro area
- Support vehicle inventory tracking and data entry within the dealership management system (DMS)
- Utilize dealership tools including TruVideo and Estimate Tool
- Monitor and maintain Key Track reporting and vehicle key organization
- Partner with the Inventory Manager on day-to-day inventory needs and special projects
- Help maintain a clean, organized, safe, and professional dealership lot
- Follow all dealership safety requirements, including required safety eyewear and appropriate hard-toed, slip-resistant footwear when working in service areas
- Take on additional projects and responsibilities as needed to support the team
- Uphold Walser’s Core Values: Do the Right Thing, Lead by Example, Display Positive Energy, and Be Open Minded
What You Bring
You don’t need years of automotive experience to make an impact here. We’re looking for someone who is dependable, organized, motivated, and ready to contribute.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Comfortable driving and maneuvering a variety of vehicles
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Strong organization and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and ability to keep multiple priorities moving
- A positive attitude and willingness to jump in where needed
- A team-first mindset and dependable work ethic
Why Join Metropolitan Ford + Walser?
You’re joining at an exciting time. Metropolitan Ford is beginning a new chapter as part of Walser Automotive Group, giving you the opportunity to be part of the team we’re building from the start.
Walser offers the resources and career opportunities of a large automotive group while remaining a family-owned, family-run organization. Whether you want to grow within dealership operations, sales, service, inventory, or another area of automotive, this can be a place to get started and build your career.
And your work here matters: a portion of every vehicle sold and serviced supports the Walser Foundation, investing in schools, nonprofits, and workforce programs throughout our communities.
What’s In It For You?
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – Take time to relax, spend with family, or enjoy personal time away
- Career Growth & Opportunity for Advancement We promote from within and provide clear career paths, mentorship, and opportunities to develop and grow your career.
- Fertility & Adoption Assistance: Receive up to $10,000 in financial assistance for fertility treatments and adoption expenses.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access FSA plans to help manage healthcare costs.
- Life Insurance & 401(k) with Employer Match: Plan for your future with company-paid life insurance and a 401(k) program that includes an employer match.
- Paid Clothing Program: Twice a year, choose from a hand-curated collection of branded Walser apparel—on us.
- Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive employee discounts across products and services.
- Employee Resource Groups: Connect, learn, and grow with our inclusive Employee Resource Groups, including Women of Walser, Drive with Pride, Asian Hmong Alliance, and Veterans at Walser.
- Community Involvement Make an impact through volunteer opportunities with the Walser Foundation, supporting local causes and giving back to the communities we serve.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support for personal and professional challenges
- Referral Program – Earn referral bonuses for referring talented candidates
Come grow with us and help build what’s next at Metropolitan Ford.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Walser Automotive Group is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ+ employer.
