Car Washer

Hubler Chevrolet•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Car Washer, also described as an Automotive Car Wash Attendant or Car Wash Technician, maintains the cleanliness of dealership and customer vehicles. The role includes washing vehicles with high-pressure equipment, waxing them with power equipment, and maintaining vehicle inventory cleanliness throughout the dealership property. The employee receives direction from both the Sales and Service Managers. The position involves working indoors and outdoors in all seasons in a moist environment. Work may expose employees to dust, exhaust fumes, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials. Technicians generally work a 40-hour, five-day week, with occasional overtime and a rotational Saturday shift; schedules are coordinated by the responsible manager, and positions may be full-time or part-time. The job requires wearing a dealership uniform.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read and understand job-related instructions and information in electronic or paper form.
Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.
Good judgment.
Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Ability to lift parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds several times during a shift.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle, and feel.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all seasons in a moist environment and tolerate exposure to dust, exhaust fumes, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.
Ability to wear a dealership uniform at all times.

Nice To Haves

Prior detail technician experience is preferred but not required; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

Guide cars into the wash area with a focused, pleasant, and competent demeanor.
Visually inspect each vehicle before sending it through the wash bay.
Inspect the tunnel and back room to ensure equipment and chemicals are functioning properly.
Perform regularly scheduled maintenance on equipment and keep it in proper working order.
Keep the property and shop area clean, organized, and orderly.
Wash and wax cars and trucks in a timely manner as requested by managers.
Perform assigned work efficiently and accurately in accordance with dealership standards.
Ensure vehicle keys are tagged and descriptions match the vehicles.
Examine vehicles to determine whether additional safety or service work is required, and promptly advise the service advisor or sales manager if additional work is needed.
Avoid using customer vehicles for personal errands.
Supervise apprentices when assigned.
Account for dealership-owned tools.
Follow federal, state, and local regulations, including those concerning hazardous-waste disposal.
Provide efficient and courteous service to guests and team members, communicate effectively, and contribute to a positive team attitude.