Automotive Detail Specialist
About The Position
Our mission is simple: to create an uncommonly exceptional experience for guests’ automotive needs. Woody Anderson Ford was founded in 1961 on the principles of integrity, accountability, and teamwork. We are a locally owned dealership with a family friendly culture. What we Offer $18/hour, Full Time Health Insurance with Optional Vision and Dental Insurance Employer provided Life Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan with Employer Match Paid Vacation and Paid Sick Leave Closed on Sundays and Paid Company Holidays Paid Training and Ongoing Professional Development Employee Discounts Responsibilities Vehicle Appearance & Quality Perform thorough interior and exterior detailing of new, used, and customer vehicles. Wash, dry, vacuum, clean, polish, and protect vehicle surfaces according to dealership standards. Remove dirt, stains, odors, and debris while protecting vehicle materials and finishes. Inspect vehicles before and after detailing to ensure quality, completeness, and accuracy. Report any vehicle damage, missing items, or concerns to management promptly. Prepare vehicles for customer delivery, service return, photography, or display. Customer Experience Understand that vehicle presentation directly impacts customer satisfaction and trust. Ensure vehicles are clean, presentable, and ready at promised delivery times. Support a positive first and last impression for customers receiving their vehicles. Respond professionally to re-clean or touch-up requests when needed. Treat customer vehicles with care, respect, and accountability at all times. Teamwork & Communication Work collaboratively with sales, service, and recon teams to meet daily priorities. Communicate clearly regarding vehicle status, readiness, and special instructions. Assist teammates during peak periods to ensure workflow efficiency. Support dealership events, promotions, and high-volume delivery days as needed. Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment. Equipment, Tools & Chemical Use Properly use, maintain, and store all detailing equipment, tools, and chemicals. Follow manufacturer instructions and dealership safety guidelines at all times. Ensure equipment is clean, functional, and reported if damaged or unsafe. Use the correct products for different vehicle materials (paint, leather, fabric, trim). Minimize waste and handle chemicals responsibly and safely. Qualifications High school diploma or the equivalent Experience working in an automotive or detail shop Able to work flexible schedules and some Saturdays Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment General mechanical skills and manual dexterity Positive attitude, can-do attitude and an eagerness to improve Able to deliver best-in-class customer service Reliable transportation to and from work every single day Valid driver's license and good driving record Able to pass pre-employment drug screen and subsequent random drug screens We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Requirements
- High school diploma or the equivalent
- Experience working in an automotive or detail shop
- Able to work flexible schedules and some Saturdays
- Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- General mechanical skills and manual dexterity
- Positive attitude, can-do attitude and an eagerness to improve
- Able to deliver best-in-class customer service
- Reliable transportation to and from work every single day
- Valid driver's license and good driving record
- Able to pass pre-employment drug screen and subsequent random drug screens
Responsibilities
- Perform thorough interior and exterior detailing of new, used, and customer vehicles.
- Wash, dry, vacuum, clean, polish, and protect vehicle surfaces according to dealership standards.
- Remove dirt, stains, odors, and debris while protecting vehicle materials and finishes.
- Inspect vehicles before and after detailing to ensure quality, completeness, and accuracy.
- Report any vehicle damage, missing items, or concerns to management promptly.
- Prepare vehicles for customer delivery, service return, photography, or display.
- Ensure vehicles are clean, presentable, and ready at promised delivery times.
- Support a positive first and last impression for customers receiving their vehicles.
- Respond professionally to re-clean or touch-up requests when needed.
- Treat customer vehicles with care, respect, and accountability at all times.
- Work collaboratively with sales, service, and recon teams to meet daily priorities.
- Communicate clearly regarding vehicle status, readiness, and special instructions.
- Assist teammates during peak periods to ensure workflow efficiency.
- Support dealership events, promotions, and high-volume delivery days as needed.
- Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.
- Properly use, maintain, and store all detailing equipment, tools, and chemicals.
- Follow manufacturer instructions and dealership safety guidelines at all times.
- Ensure equipment is clean, functional, and reported if damaged or unsafe.
- Use the correct products for different vehicle materials (paint, leather, fabric, trim).
- Minimize waste and handle chemicals responsibly and safely.
Benefits
- $18/hour
- Full Time
- Health Insurance with Optional Vision and Dental Insurance
- Employer provided Life Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Vacation and Paid Sick Leave
- Closed on Sundays and Paid Company Holidays
- Paid Training and Ongoing Professional Development
- Employee Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
