Careers at Rydell Auto (IA)

“We have nothing of higher value than our people”

Building a Legacy

Rydell Chevrolet is located in Waterloo, IA and serves the Cedar Valley area and the surrounding communities. We are a full-service Chevrolet dealer and our vision is “to be so effective that we are able to be helpful to others.” We sell new and used vehicles, auto parts, and accessories, provide full automotive service as well as quick lube, collision repair and detailing services. Rydell Chevrolet has a great history of providing world class service to our customers and excellent career opportunities in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls area for sharp, energetic people. In order to attain an industry leading staff, we offer apprenticeship mentoring, paid training, the latest tools and technology, a great culture and opportunities for advancement.

Rydell of Independence is located in Independence, Iowa and serves the Cedar Valley area and the surrounding communities. We are a full-service Ford, Lincoln, Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram dealer and our vision is “to be so effective that we are able to be helpful to others.” We sell new and used vehicles, auto parts and accessories, provide full automotive service as well as quick lube, collision repair and detailing services. Rydell of Independence has a great history of providing world class service to our customers and excellent career opportunities in the Independence and Cedar Valley area for sharp, energetic people. In order to attain an industry leading staff, we offer apprenticeship mentoring, paid training, the latest tools and technology, a great culture and opportunities for advancement.

If this sounds like a team you would like to be a part of, please take a look at our open positions and apply today!

Community Partnership

At Rydell Chevrolet, we are more than a business, we are partners in our community. Therefore, we support various local organizations to better the community we serve. As an employee, you will get a chance to give back as well!

We are proud to support:

Beau’s Beautiful Blessings
Waterloo Optimist Baseball
Salvation Army’s – Toys for Tots
Iowa Veteran’s Home – Shower of Gifts
Junior Achievement
Waterloo Schools Foundation
Grow Cedar Valley
American Cancer Society – Pink Ribbon Making Strides against Breast Cancer
Bob Bowling Golf for Hope (Cancer)
Hartman Reserve
Make-a-wish
Boy Scouts
Northeast Iowa Food Bank
Cedar Bend Humane Society
And much, much more!

At Rydell of Independence, we are more than a business, we are partners in our community. Therefore, we support various local organizations to better the community we serve. As an employee, you will get a chance to give back as well! We are proud to support:

Our local City Governments and their departments
Area Chamber of Commerce
All area schools, elementary through high school
Several local non-profit organizations
Buchanan County Fair Association
Fourth of July committee
And much, much more!

We are especially proud to be a flagship sponsor of the American Cancer Society’s “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Program,” and we’ve been partnering with them for the last year. We’re dedicated to helping ensure no one- from survivors, to those currently undergoing treatment, to the more than 250,000 people who will be diagnosed this year – has to face breast cancer alone.

Our History

Both Rydell Chevrolet and Rydell of Independence have a wealth of history. Rydell Chevrolet was established by Jim and Ardy Rydell in 1984. Rydell of Independence was established in July of 1985. Our goal has been to be an industry leader in providing unmatched quality automotive products and service while continually striving to meet the changing needs of our guests.

We implemented the ‘Best Price Philosophy’, which means no haggle and no hassle, in order to provide a more relaxed, honest, and enjoyable car buying experience. It is our mission to exceed our customers’ and employees’ expectations, maintaining their loyalty for a lifetime.

We recognize the greatest resource we have is our employees and we never take that for granted. We strive to fill open positions within our ranks first, creating career paths for many of our employees regardless of where they start in our company.

We are very proud of our culture which largely comes from being a part of the Rydell Auto Group. The Rydell Auto Group was founded in 1954 and has grown into one of the largest privately held dealership groups in the United States. Our Founder, Leonard Rydell, had many strongly held business and personal philosophies that served him well and help guide us through our daily business and personal decisions.

Here at both dealerships, decisions are made based on these basic principles: Is it good for the company, is it good for our customers and is it good for our employees. We have an extremely loyal customer base, very low turnover rates for employment and that in turn is great for the company. As we expand we hope you’ll be excited to have an opportunity to join our team.

Rydell's Vision & Mission

Rydell’s Vision: To be so effective that we are able to be helpful to others.

Rydell’s Mission:

Industry Leader: Our goal is to be an industry leader in providing unmatched quality automotive products and services.

Meeting Needs: We will constantly strive to meet the changing needs of our customers. Our aim is to provide an atmosphere that encourages employee teamwork, integrity and excellence.

Constant Growth: Together we will set and continually improve sales, service and operational standards to ensure long-term market leadership and profitability.

Exceed Expectations: It is our mission to exceed our customers’ and employees’ expectations and maintain their loyalty for a lifetime.

Rydell’s Philosophy

The Rydell philosophy is based on five key areas that we believe are critical to business success:

Customer Enthusiasm
Employee Satisfaction
Financial Performance
Market Effectiveness
Ongoing Improvement
Our philosophy holds that each area is of equal importance and we continually strive to reach a level of excellence in each area. However, in any planning or decision making process, or in any situation of seeming conflict or contradiction among the five critical areas, Customer Enthusiasm will always carry the most weight.

Rydell Values

Honesty & Integrity

We believe that all decisions are to be made with integrity. Leadership is setting good examples for others to follow, expecting as much from yourself as from others.

Individual Responsibility & Accountability

We believe that we are responsible to satisfy the needs of our customers for all our products and services. Individual accountability for our own performance and for the quality of our products will demonstrate to our customers that we are enthusiastic about them and really care.

Unconditional Dedication to Excellence

We believe that there is no place for mediocrity and halfhearted efforts. We accept personal responsibility for overcoming obstacles and being the very best. We actively choose to excel in every aspect of our personal and professional lives.

Cooperation & Communication

Close mutual support of one another is a fundamental tenet of ours. We value open communication and encourage new ideas, realizing that teamwork produces a better employee work environment and enthusiastic customers and suppliers.

Our People

We have nothing of greater value than our people. We respect the uniqueness of every individual and believe that such an attitude will build a team of confident, creative members possessing a high degree of initiative, self-respect and self-discipline.

Ongoing Improvement

We believe in not accepting the status quo, in constant improvement, and in the value of ongoing education in any form. We believe in providing opportunity for personal, professional and organizational growth within our Company.

Being Good Community Citizens

We give willingly to and are actively involved in the support of our communities, because they provide us our success.

How We Care For Our Team

Our people come first! We will help you get up to speed once you join our team

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401K Plan offered & Gym Reimbursement

Vacation, Sick, Holiday Pay & Employee Discounts on products and services

Great opportunities to make your mark & effect change

Testimonials

Dawn Tomson

Sales Consultant (Rydell Waterloo)

"Why I like working at Rydell: In the two years, I’ve worked here, I’ve had the opportunity to meet and work with amazing people. I love helping someone find that perfect vehicle while making them feel at ease with the buying experience. My reward is when customers bring their friends and family back to me for a vehicle. The belief and trust they have for me, means everything! I also treasure the friendships I have built with the staff in all departments of Rydell. Coming to work is a lot easier when you enjoy our job and the people you work with."

Andy Buchheit

Service Technician (Rydell Waterloo)

"Working at Rydell has several advantages for technicians. We have access to online resources and special tools to make our jobs much easier. Plus, the shop is air-conditioned so it’s comfortable all year. The other technicians and Service Advisors are easy to work with."

Tim Hinders

Parts Counter Sales (Rydell Waterloo)

"The reasons that I like working at Rydell would be the different challenges each day. It seems to make the work day fly by. I also enjoy the “family” atmosphere and that the management is pretty flexible and easy to work with."

John Paar

Wholesale Parts Sales (Rydell Waterloo)

"The best part of working for the Rydell Parts department has been the ability to move up in my job. I started in the shipping and receiving department, then I was on the retail sales counter, now I’m in the wholesale department. My work load has increased but so have my benefits. I’ve been here 7 years and I really appreciate all the opportunities that I’ve been given to make more money and grow as a salesperson. As well as grow a customer base that may not compare to some of the veteran employees but are loyal to me. Customer service is important and if I’m treated well by my employer, my customers reap those rewards as well."

Shelly Jura

Human Resources Manager (Rydell Waterloo)

"One of the many reasons why I have enjoyed working at Rydell Chevrolet is the opportunity for growth and advancement. In 2003, I started working at Rydell as the Receptionist, since then I have worked in Customer Service, as a Sales Assistant and now HR. I have learned so much from working here and have been given great opportunities."

Jeff Smock

General Manager (Rydell Waterloo)

"I walked in the door June of 1991, and got hired as a sales consultant, since then I have been a sales manager, used car manager, general sales manager and now general manager. All along the way, the Rydell’s have provided the training and guidance I have needed to succeed in this fantastic business. I always say that the car business has unlimited potential for anyone that wants to work hard and learn it."

Jody Deboer

(Rydell Independence)

"I have worked at Ford dealerships for almost 25 years and Rydell is one of the most pleasant places I have worked. There is a good rapport between the employees and also with the guests that come in. Service does a good job of keeping the customers informed and sales goes out of their way to get the customers what they need. It is our mission to “exceed our customers’ and employees’ expectations and maintain their loyalty for a lifetime."

Glen Fults

(Rydell Independence)

"Working at Rydell of Independence presents me with new opportunities and challenges every day. I enjoy working with the Rydell team to meet the needs of our customers and provide support for our community."

Kyle

(Rydell Independence)

"The hours let me spend more time with my family, so I can watch them grow and be there for the important events. It has been a fun year getting to know the employees here at Independence. After getting to know everyone, work has been fun every day and I never leave to go home angry. Getting home in a better mood helps life at home as well. The main reason I came over here was to grow in the company and learn as much as I can about the auto industry. I took over a position in which I had zero experience and quickly had to learn many new processes. I have had great help from John and Wint over the last year and they are always there to help me when I need it. I have had a great time the last year here with my co-workers, customers and learning as much as I can to continue to grow within the Rydell family. Great people, great hours, great company, fun work environment makes for a happy Kyle."