Automotive Detail Technician - Kalkaska

Serra Traverse City•Excelsior Township, MI

About The Position

Automotive Detail Technician Summary: Cleans and refurbishes new and used automobiles. Conforms to dealership and/or manufacturer specifications and time allowances. In this role, you get to... Follow proper procedures established by Serra Traverse City to perform complete vehicle detail. Wash vehicle exterior, clean interior and exterior windows and wipe down door jambs. Apply wax to the auto body and wipe or buff the surface. Vacuum interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris. Clean upholstery, rugs, and other surfaces, using appropriate cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices. Clean engine and engine compartments with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents. Apply special-purpose cleaners to remove foreign materials which normal cleaning procedures do not remove, utilizing experience and judgment and following product manufacturer's recommendations. Restore appearance of engine area, rugs and upholstery, and painted surfaces. Use touch-up paint, dyes, and other appropriate materials. Use proper eye, hand and body protection when using products that require protection. Apply dressing on tires and tire wells. Ensure proper stickers are displayed in the vehicle's window. Keep the work area neat and clean. Operate all tools and equipment in a safe manner. Prepare and apply automotive touch up paint to vehicles. Shuttle new and used vehicles to the appropriate car lots. Report any safety issues immediately to management. Other duties may be assigned, as needed.

Requirements

A valid driver's license
Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive data entry tasks, manual dexterity
Possess the ability to multitask
Professional, well-groomed personal appearance

Responsibilities

Follow proper procedures established by Serra Traverse City to perform complete vehicle detail.
Wash vehicle exterior, clean interior and exterior windows and wipe down door jambs.
Apply wax to the auto body and wipe or buff the surface.
Vacuum interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris.
Clean upholstery, rugs, and other surfaces, using appropriate cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
Clean engine and engine compartments with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents.
Apply special-purpose cleaners to remove foreign materials which normal cleaning procedures do not remove, utilizing experience and judgment and following product manufacturer's recommendations.
Restore appearance of engine area, rugs and upholstery, and painted surfaces. Use touch-up paint, dyes, and other appropriate materials.
Use proper eye, hand and body protection when using products that require protection.
Apply dressing on tires and tire wells.
Ensure proper stickers are displayed in the vehicle's window.
Keep the work area neat and clean.
Operate all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
Prepare and apply automotive touch up paint to vehicles.
Shuttle new and used vehicles to the appropriate car lots.
Report any safety issues immediately to management.
Other duties may be assigned, as needed.