Automotive Detail Shop Assistant Manager

Xcite Automotive•Rockville, MD

1d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Xcite Automotive is seeking an Automotive Detail Shop Assistant Manager to support dealership partners in Rockville, Maryland. This hands-on leadership role supports daily workflow, guides the detail team, completes quality checks, and assists with interior and exterior detailing as needed. The role is suited to someone who can lead by example, stay organized in a fast-paced dealership environment, and help ensure vehicles are cleaned, detailed, and retail-ready. Relevant backgrounds include automotive detailing, dealership reconditioning, car wash operations, fleet washing, or vehicle preparation.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional automotive detailing experience, including interior and exterior detailing.
Prior supervisory, lead, or assistant manager experience in a shop, dealership, or reconditioning environment.
Strong knowledge of detailing products, tools, and safety practices.
Reliable transportation and full-time availability, including weekends if needed.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support a dealership workflow.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Detail Shop Manager, Assistant Manager, or Lead Detailer.
Background in dealership operations or reconditioning services.
Ability to train and mentor detailers on best practices and quality standards.
Strong problem-solving and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

Support daily detail shop operations, vehicle workflow, and production priorities.
Lead, train, and support detailers, car wash attendants, porters, and reconditioning team members.
Perform hands-on interior and exterior detailing as needed.
Complete quality control checks to ensure vehicles are clean, detailed, and dealership-ready.
Monitor turnaround time, productivity, and vehicle completion status.
Communicate shop updates, delays, staffing needs, and quality concerns to management.