FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -

AutoNation announced Monday that it is gearing up to host hiring events in Central and South Florida on Dec. 13 from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (ET).

The company said hundreds of open sales and service positions are currently available in both South and Central Florida.

Management representing more than 20 locations will be extending offers for positions such as porter, service technician, collision technician and sales associate, according to AutoNation.

“AutoNation supports the Central and South Florida communities, especially those who have been displaced by recent storms, and is hosting these events in response to the recent increase in employment needs throughout the state, the company said in a news release.

AutoNation positions include base pay, along with bonus and commission pay plans, full benefits, paid training, paid time off and flexible work schedules. According to the company.

Via the company's "Sales Ignition" course, each newly hired sales associate will gain a paid training experience through which they can learn and practice their selling skills.