Bilingual Automotive Senior Detailer Lead

Xcite Automotive•Hardeeville, SC

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About The Position

Xcite Automotive is seeking a bilingual (English and Spanish) Automotive Senior Detailer to work with partner dealerships in Hardeeville, South Carolina. The Senior Detailer performs high-quality interior and exterior detailing, including paint correction, while mentoring junior team members and ensuring vehicles meet company and client quality standards. The role requires strong attention to detail, efficiency, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, physically active, production-driven environment.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional automotive detailing experience.
Strong experience with buffing, polishing, and paint correction.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
Comfort with physical labor, including standing, bending, lifting, and moving vehicles.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to operate manual and automatic vehicles.
High attention to detail and consistency in quality.
Reliable transportation and strong work ethic.
Fluency in both English and Spanish.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a lead or senior detailing role.
Experience in dealership or high-volume shop environments.
Knowledge of ceramic coatings or advanced protection systems.
Familiarity with inventory tracking or workflow coordination.
Experience training or mentoring new hires.
Dealership detailing experience, including new/used car preparation, PDI, or reconditioning.
Body shop or collision center exposure.
High-end or luxury vehicle detailing experience.
Mobile detailing experience or ownership of an independent detailing business.
Experience with Snappy Shine, Ceramic Pro, or similar product lines.
Experience in production-based or commission-driven detailing environments.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced interior and exterior detailing, including washing, clay bar treatment, buffing, polishing, waxing, shampooing, and stain removal.
Perform paint correction, including compounding, polishing, and swirl removal.
Conduct final quality-control inspections to ensure vehicles meet client standards.
Safely move and stage vehicles across dealership or lot environments.
Train and support junior detailers on processes, efficiency, and quality expectations.
Maintain proper use of chemicals, tools, and equipment.
Meet daily production goals and turnaround times.
Follow company safety protocols and operational procedures.
Communicate with management about workflow, delays, or issues.