Detailer | Lot Porter
Bretz RV & Marine is excited to be opening our newest dealership in Mankato, Minnesota. We are a family-owned and operated company with multiple locations across Montana, Washington, and Idaho, and we’re proud to bring our team-focused culture and high standards to the Mankato community.
We’re looking for dependable, detail-oriented team members who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of an all-hands-on-deck environment. If you like staying active, working outdoors, and helping keep a dealership running smoothly, this could be a great fit.
The employer has identified this position as a safety-sensitive position and requires pre-employment drug screening, including for non-psychoactive THC.
What We Look For
At Bretz RV & Marine, success starts with great people. While each role has its own responsibilities, our best team members share these traits:
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Team-first mindset with willingness to help where needed
- Attention to detail and pride in quality work
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced dealership environment
- Alignment with our Core Values: Passion, Teamwork, Growth, Family, and Profitability
Key Responsibilities
RV Detailing
- Clean and detail the interior and exterior of RVs to dealership standards
- Wash, vacuum, wax, buff, and remove dirt or stains from all surfaces
- Apply protective products as needed
- Ensure RVs are clean and ready for display or customer delivery
- Maintain detailing supplies and equipment
- Report damage, needed repairs, or supply shortages
Lot Porter Duties
- Safely move, park, and stage RVs and trailers for sales, service, and pickup
- Maintain an organized, accessible, and clean lot
- Remove debris, snow, and other hazards as needed
- Assist with inventory organization and tagging
- Fuel and prep RVs for display or customer delivery
- Report damage or mechanical concerns to the service team
- Other duties as assigned
- Prior RV, automotive detailing, or lot experience preferred but not required
- Forklift experience required
- Ability to safely maneuver and park large vehicles (RV experience a plus)
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working with cleaning chemicals and wet conditions
- Ability to climb ladders and work on elevated surfaces
- Ability to enter, exit, and drive various RV sizes safely
- Comfortable working outdoors in heat, cold, rain, or snow
- $19 – $24 per hour (DOE)
Benefits (available for all Full-time employees)
- Excellent earning potential and advancement opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical benefits package with multiple plan options, including vision and dental.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Compliance with MN State's specific laws regarding benefits and leave, including paid sick leave and family leave.
- Employee discounts and borrowing programs.
- Profit-sharing.
Bretz RV’s Commitment to You
- Opportunity to work in a family-oriented environment where work-life balance is valued.
- Growth and advancement opportunities.
- Team-building activities and events throughout the year.
- Engaging in a booming industry to provide the best customer experience.
About Our Dealership
Bretz RV & Marine is a family-owned dealership group with a deep-rooted history in the outdoor adventure industry. Founded in 1967 in Missoula, Montana, we started with a single location. Over the years, we’ve grown into one of the largest RV and marine dealerships in the region, with multiple locations across Montana, Idaho, and Washington. Despite our growth, we’ve remained true to our mission of helping families go camping and boating, enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and get back out quickly when the unexpected happens. We continue to make decisions based on our core values—passion, teamwork, growth, family, and profitability—ensuring that every customer receives a world-class purchasing and ownership experience.
Our success is built on our people. We invest in training, career development, and fostering a culture where every team member feels valued. Whether you’re on the sales floor, in the service bay, or behind the scenes, you play a crucial role in helping our customers create lifelong memories. At Bretz RV & Marine, we don’t just sell boats and RVs—we help families embark on their next great adventure. If you’re looking for a workplace that values teamwork, customer service, and a shared love for the outdoors, you’ve found it.
Relocation: Many of our employees relocate from other areas looking for a better place to raise a family. Locations others have moved from: Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Seattle, Sacramento, Fresno, Los Angeles, San Diego, Portland, Albany, Salem, Bozeman, Helena, Great Falls, Butte, Anaconda, Kalispell, Denver, Sheridan, Powell, Red Lodge, Houston, Dallas, Fort Collins, Spokane, New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, Phoenix, Mesa, Rapid City, Lincoln, Bismarck, California, Chicago, Illinois, Minneapolis, Detroit
EEOC Statement
Bretz RV & Marine is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all associates. We hire, train, promote, and compensate associates based on personal and professional competence without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or citizenship, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This commitment extends to all aspects of our employment practices in compliance with Washington State's non-discrimination policies.
Products and Brands
RV Manufacturers: Airstream, Coachmen, Dutchmen, Entegra Coach, Forest River, Grand Design, Heartland, Keystone RV, KZ RV, NuCamp, Thor, Tiffin, Ember RV, Brinkley RV, Oliver Trailers.
Boat Manufacturers: Barletta, Sea-Doo, Bayliner, Chaparral, Crownline, Smokercraft, Lowe, Starcraft, MB Sport, Sun Chaser, Yamaha Outboards, Honda Outboards, Mercury/Mercruiser, Volvo Marine, Thunderjet, Sylvan Boats.