May 27, 2026

Auto Photographer / New Car Receiving

Lexus of Knoxville Knoxville, Tennessee

Job Title: Auto Photographer/Porter/New Car Inspector

Department:

Supervisor: Joey Creswell

Schedule/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Summary: The Automotive Photo Booth/Porter/New Car Inspector is responsible 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 Assis 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 areaPhoto BoothService DeptSales 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

Supervisor Responsibilities: No

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

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