Powersports Driver / Porter

NOW HIRING: DRIVER / PORTER

Location: Mattoon, IL
Pay: Approximately $20.00 per hour
Position: Driver / Porter

Job Description

Pilson Powersports is looking for a dependable, hardworking, and motivated individual to join our team as a Driver / Porter. This position is responsible for transporting, loading, unloading, and moving a variety of powersports vehicles and equipment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating everything from motorcycles and ATVs to side-by-sides and golf carts.

This is a hands-on, physical position that requires someone who is organized, safety-conscious, and confident handling different types of machines.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load, secure, transport, and unload powersports vehicles and equipment using a truck and trailer.
• Operate and maneuver motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, side-by-sides, golf carts, and other powersports equipment.
• Move and organize inventory throughout the dealership, lot, and warehouse.
• Assist with transporting machines between dealership locations, storage facilities, and other destinations as needed.
• Maintain an organized and efficient inventory layout to ensure machines are stored safely and easily accessible.
• Inspect equipment before and after transportation to help prevent damage.
• Properly secure machines during transportation using appropriate straps, tie-downs, and safety procedures.
• Assist with receiving new inventory and unloading deliveries.
• Keep the dealership lot, warehouse, and storage areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Assist other departments with moving equipment and general dealership needs.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• No CDL required.
• Experience driving trucks with trailers, including backing, maneuvering, loading, and unloading.
• Ability and confidence to safely operate various types of powersports vehicles.
• Must be physically capable of performing demanding tasks, including lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing on and off equipment, and working on your feet for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to safely handle large, heavy, and high-value equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to help wherever needed.
• Previous experience with powersports equipment, trailers, or dealership operations is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds independently and heavier items with assistance or appropriate equipment.
• Ability to frequently bend, squat, reach, climb, stand, and walk.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely maneuver and secure motorcycles and other large powersports equipment.

Compensation

Starting pay: Approximately $20.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Join the Pilson Team!

At Pilson Powersports, we are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, understands the importance of handling equipment safely, and can help keep our dealership and warehouse running smoothly.

If you enjoy working around motorcycles, side-by-sides, golf carts, and other powersports equipment, this could be a great opportunity for you!

Pilson Powersports | Mattoon, Illinois