How to hire a lot manager

How to hire a lot manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step lot manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a lot manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new lot manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The lot manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a lot manager to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a lot manager that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of lot managers.

   Type of Lot Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Lot Manager	Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities of companies and organizations.	$12-22
   General Manager In Training	The responsibilities of a general manager in training primarily revolve around overseeing the operations in a store or business, ensuring everything is running smoothly. They mainly report to a more experienced or higher-ranking official, following their directives while still under the training program... Show more	$9-25
   General Service Manager	General service managers are professionals who manage the administrative activities of a company to ensure that a proper environment for its operations is achieved. These managers are required to supervise the maintenance activities and upgrades of equipment and systems so that they can minimize disruptions of business activities... Show more	$25-65

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Vehicle Inventory
   • Customer Service
   • Vehicle Delivery
   • Sales Lot
   • Customer Complaints
   • Transport Vehicles
   • General Maintenance
   • Serial Numbers
   • Dealer Trades
   • Lot Attendants
   • BMW
   • Customer Vehicles
   • Nissan
   • Hyundai

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead a team of in home geek squad agents that have the highest productivity in the company.
   • Work with the CPA on QuickBooks workbooks.
   • Maintain organization of various RV's on lot.
   • Brief leadership on the status and management of the concession.
   • Improve leadership skills by teaching new employees to perform remedial tasks.
   • Work directly for park administrator in various positions in the racetrack.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your lot manager job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A lot manager salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, lot managers' average salary in kentucky is 58% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level lot managers earn 45% less than senior-level lot managers.
   • Certifications. A lot manager with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a lot manager's salary.

   Average lot manager salary

   $35,681yearly

   $17.15 hourly rate

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   Entry-level lot manager salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 27, 2026

4. Writing a lot manager job description

   A lot manager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a lot manager job description:

   Lot manager job description example

   The success of General RV Center is rooted in our exceptional team, which has been growing since 1962. Our sustained growth has been fueled by our family values and passion for the RV lifestyle. Today, General RV Center stands as the Nation's Largest Family-Owned RV Dealer, with locations nationwide and a global presence through our Internet Sales team.
   
   What's in it for you? When you join our team, you become part of the General RV family. It's more than a job - it's the opportunity to build a career, make a difference, and be part of an exciting industry. If you're looking for a place to call home, we want to hear from you!
   + Maintain the sales lot in all aspects to be ready for viewing public
   
   + Responsible for prepping sales units for potential customers.
   
   + Oversee team of Hi-Low drivers and ensure productivity
   
   + Spotting other Hilo drivers to help them navigate safely.
   
   + Communicate with service department on repairs needed.
   
   + Other duties assigned by management.
   
   + Prior Hi/Lo experience is required.
   
   + Experience moving trailers and heavy loads in a fast paced environment is desired.
   
   + Ability complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
   
   + Reliable and strong work ethic.
   
   + Valid driver's license.
   
   PERKS
   
   General RV offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, paid vacations and a 401k with company matching.
   
   About General RV
   
   General RV was founded when Abe Baidas converted a Detroit gas station into a small RV sales and manufacturing facility in 1962. From those humble roots, we've grown into the nation's premier RV dealer. We've helped millions of families experience the RV lifestyle. With the support of our talented employees, General RV now operates fourteen Supercenters in seven states in addition to an inspection facility in Indiana. We are proud of our history and are now in the third generation of family ownership. Since 2014, General RV Center has been named by Crain's Detroit as one of Michigan's largest and fastest growing privately held companies.
   
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   External Company Name: GENERAL RV CENTER
   
   External Company URL: www.generalrv.com
   
   Street: 13150 SW 16th AVE

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right lot manager for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your lot manager job on Zippia to find and recruit lot manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit lot managers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new lot manager

   Once you've selected the best lot manager candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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