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Careers at Step One Automotive Group in Northwest Florida

Job hunting shouldn't feel like guesswork. You want to know what a place pays, how it treats people, and whether there's a real path forward once you're in the door.

Step One Automotive Group hires for car dealership careers across Fort Walton Beach, Crestview and Pensacola, Florida, spanning sales, service, parts, fleet and accounting. Full-time team members get benefits starting on day one, including paid time off, medical coverage and 100% paid tuition toward an associate, bachelor's or master's degree.

We've spent more than two decades building dealerships people trust, and that takes people who show up and want to build something with us. With 9 dealerships and 13 brands spread across the Florida Panhandle, there's more than one way to start your next step here.

Why Northwest Florida Job Seekers Choose Step One

Step One Automotive Group is family owned, not a private equity roll-up chasing quarterly numbers. Decisions here get made by people who live in the communities we serve, not a corporate office in another state.

That local commitment shows up in the numbers. Step One has invested more than $3 million back into the Florida Panhandle, supporting the HSU Foundation, United Way, Boys & Girls Club and other regional partners. That giving centers on three pillars: children and education, military support, and the environment. Team members regularly see that investment firsthand through outreach events tied to the dealerships where they work.

Our stores also reflect the region we serve. Team members and customers who speak Spanish are welcome and supported (hablamos español), and our workforce spans experienced automotive veterans alongside people who walked in with zero dealership background and built a career from the ground up.

Real Pay, Real Benefits, Starting Day One

Step One built its benefits package around what actually matters to a working household: healthcare, time off, and a plan for retirement.

1. Medical, dental, vision and supplemental insurance options
2. Paid time off starts accruing on day one and becomes available to use after 90 days, with two full weeks earned in your first year
3. Five paid holidays: July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
4. 401(k) with company matching after six months on the job
5. Company-paid life insurance and a free Employee Assistance Program for you and your household
6. Working Advantage discounts on theme park tickets, travel and everyday shopping
7. Competitive pay across sales, service, parts and support roles

Grow Into a New Role With 100% Paid Tuition

Most people who join Step One don't stay in their first role forever, and that's by design. We back that growth with 100% paid tuition at select colleges toward an Associate's, Bachelor's or Master's degree, so team members can build credentials while they build experience.

Technicians move up through factory and in-house training toward certified and master-level status. Service advisors and sales consultants move into management as positions open, and our accounting and business office teams regularly promote from within rather than hiring managers from outside. If you're starting in an entry-level role, the path to something bigger already exists inside the company.

Nine Dealerships, Three Cities, One Team

Step One Automotive Group operates 9 dealerships representing 13 brands across Fort Walton Beach, Crestview and Pensacola, including Step One Cadillac GMC in Fort Walton Beach, Step One CDJR Fiat in Crestview, and Step One Alfa Romeo in Pensacola. Between the three cities, our lineup covers Alfa Romeo, Cadillac, GMC, Buick, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, Fiat, Ford, Kia, Subaru and Volkswagen.

Working across a group this size means a technician certified on one brand or a sales consultant who wants a change of pace has somewhere to move without leaving the company. Learn more about our community outreach work and who we are as a company before you apply.

What Job Seekers Ask About Working at Step One

Here's what people considering a car dealership career in Northwest Florida usually want to know before they apply. If your question isn't covered, reach out to our team directly.

What career opportunities are available at Step One Automotive Group?

Step One hires across sales, service, parts, fleet, accounting and corporate support at 9 dealerships in Fort Walton Beach, Crestview and Pensacola. Open roles include Sales Consultant, Automotive Technician, Service Advisor and Parts Counter Associate.

Do I need dealership experience to apply?

No. Step One hires experienced automotive professionals and people starting their first career alike. Sales, service and support roles include on-the-job training, so a strong work ethic matters more than a resume full of dealership history.

What benefits does Step One Automotive Group offer employees?

Full-time team members get medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off starting day one, five paid holidays, a 401(k) with company match, and 100% paid tuition toward a college degree at select schools.

Can I grow into a new role once I'm hired?

Yes. Step One promotes from within across sales, service and the business office, and pairs that growth with paid tuition assistance and hands-on technician training. Many managers across the group started in entry-level roles.

Which Step One locations are hiring in Fort Walton Beach, Crestview and Pensacola?

All 9 Step One dealerships across Fort Walton Beach, Crestview and Pensacola post openings on our careers page as positions become available. Current openings are listed by location and department in our application portal.

What training does Step One provide new employees?

New hires get structured onboarding plus role-specific training, including factory-backed technician certification programs and paid tuition toward degree programs at select colleges. Training continues as team members move into new roles.

How do I apply for a job at Step One Automotive Group?

Apply directly through our online application portal, where you can filter open positions by location and department across all 9 Step One dealerships.

Ready to Take Your Next Step?

Step One Automotive Group is hiring across Fort Walton Beach, Crestview and Pensacola, Florida, and every department from the sales floor to the service bay. View current openings and apply, or get in touch with our team if you have questions before you apply.

Step One Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or any other status protected by law.