Automotive Porter/Driver
Company
Protech Automotive Solutions
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
Indeed
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Job Description
Protech Automotive Solutions and its affiliated brands is looking for highly talented, dedicated and quality-focused teammates to provide top tier service to our customers.
Job Summary
Porters will be responsible for transporting vehicles, tools, parts, and equipment to necessary locations. This is an entry level position with an opportunity to grow into other roles.
OUR AUTOMOTIVE PORTERS/DRIVERS FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:
• Up to $19.00 per hour.
Role and Responsibilities
• Customer service oriented
• Communicate with field team to ensure efficiency and productivity
• Test drive vehicles after repair and/or ADAS calibrations
• Transport vehicles, tools, and/or customers as needed during repair process
• Vehicle clean up may be required
• Perform other duties as assigned by field leadership
Qualifications, Education & Experience:
• Desire to learn a skilled trade
• High school diploma or tech school graduate
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Knowledge and ability to use computers, mobile devices, and related technology efficiently
• Self -motivated, positive attitude, with a customer focused vision
Requirements:
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check
• Ability to pass a background check
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds independently
• Travel may be required for continuing education and certification training
• Requires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, and stooping
• Requires frequent driving of company and customer vehicles
• Extensive travel within assigned area is expected
• May have exposure to fumes, dust, and chemicals
• Ability to work in a shop environment in inclement weather
• Required to wear PPE to include but not limited to facial covering, eye protection, gloves
Protech uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.
Job Summary
Porters will be responsible for transporting vehicles, tools, parts, and equipment to necessary locations. This is an entry level position with an opportunity to grow into other roles.
OUR AUTOMOTIVE PORTERS/DRIVERS FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:
• Up to $19.00 per hour.
Role and Responsibilities
• Customer service oriented
• Communicate with field team to ensure efficiency and productivity
• Test drive vehicles after repair and/or ADAS calibrations
• Transport vehicles, tools, and/or customers as needed during repair process
• Vehicle clean up may be required
• Perform other duties as assigned by field leadership
Qualifications, Education & Experience:
• Desire to learn a skilled trade
• High school diploma or tech school graduate
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Knowledge and ability to use computers, mobile devices, and related technology efficiently
• Self -motivated, positive attitude, with a customer focused vision
Requirements:
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check
• Ability to pass a background check
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds independently
• Travel may be required for continuing education and certification training
• Requires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, and stooping
• Requires frequent driving of company and customer vehicles
• Extensive travel within assigned area is expected
• May have exposure to fumes, dust, and chemicals
• Ability to work in a shop environment in inclement weather
• Required to wear PPE to include but not limited to facial covering, eye protection, gloves
Protech uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage and overtime rate for truck drivers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers is $7.25 per hour in 2026 with overtime required at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt employees. Most interstate truck drivers must also follow FMCSA hours-of-service rules limiting driving to 11 hours per day. Employers must pay at least this rate regardless of state variations.
What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as commercial drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign drivers typically need an H-2B visa for non-agricultural temporary work or a TN visa under USMCA for Canadian or Mexican citizens with a valid CDL. Applicants must have a job offer from a U.S. employer who files Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee as of 2026. The visa allows stays up to 3 years with possible extensions.
What are the exact eligibility requirements including age and license for interstate truck driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, drivers must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid Class A CDL, and pass a DOT physical exam valid for 24 months. They also need to complete entry-level driver training of at least 30 hours behind the wheel before 2026. No felony convictions in the past 7 years for certain offenses are allowed.
What documents are needed to apply for a commercial driver's license for driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, applicants must submit proof of identity with a birth certificate or passport, Social Security number verification, and a valid medical examiner's certificate dated within the last 24 months. They also need to provide proof of residency and pass both knowledge and skills tests at a state DMV. The application fee averages $75 depending on the state.
