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Job Definition

The cashier receives and disburses money within the dealership, and usually works in the service department. The position involves use of electronic scanners, cash registers or related equipment. The cashier processes credit or debit card transactions and validates checks.

As with all positions within dealerships, cashiers are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards.

Job Duties

Job duties for a cashier include:

Greeting customers at the cashier window, answering customers' questions and providing information on procedures or policies.
Computing and recording transaction totals.
Counting money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change, as well as reconciling the cash drawer at the end of the shift.
Establishing or identifying prices of parts or service and tabulating bills using calculators, cash registers, or computers.
Issuing receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
Compiling and maintaining non-monetary reports and records.
Assisting the service department with administrative duties.

Job Requirements

Cashiers may need experience operating a cash register. Cashiers need to be responsible and organized, and have good communication skills.

Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent. Courses in mathematics, business and computers are beneficial.

Career Path

A cashier can advance to a managerial position given the right qualifications and experience.

Salary Range

The average annual earnings of cashiers are approximately $20,000 to $33,000. Earnings vary depending on experience, and the dealer's geographic location and size.

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Benefits

Benefits vary by employer, but most dealerships offer on site training, health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefit options. Talk with the specific dealer human resource manager about benefit packages.

(Source: Automotive Retailing Today.)

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