Detail Technician I (Manheim)

Cox Automotive

94d • $14 - $22

About The Position

This position ensures that vehicles sent to the Detail Shop are cleaned and detailed to sale condition according to customer specifications and Auction standards by inspecting vehicles and work areas upon completion of reconditioning work. Clean out and de-trash interior of vehicles by removing any debris and trash from ashtrays, console, dashboard, door panels, seats, etc., as well as trunk and engine compartment. Remove license plates and stickers, as well as any writing from windows, except pertinent to Auction business. Disassemble spare tires in trunk. Wash vehicles using a high-pressure washer or automatic car wash equipment. Apply chemicals, power-wash the engine compartment and clean battery terminals. Clean doorjambs, sills, interior panels, wheels, tires, hub caps/wheel covers, wheel wells, moldings, bumpers, head- and taillights, spare tire, exterior panels, trunk, hood, and interior and exterior windows. Detail vehicles by cleaning and dressing trim, molding, weather stripping, instrument panel, steering wheel, dash molding, etc. with detail brushes. Buff vehicles by applying dressing to engine compartment, wheels, wheel wells and tires, vinyl tops, etc. Apply compound, cleaner and/or polish to vehicles interior, and buff out using a rotary buffer (or by hand as necessary). Wax and buff exterior and all painted surfaces of vehicles using a hand-type buffer. Vacuum interior, scrub, shampoo and spot clean carpet and upholstery. Straighten seatbelts. Clean glove box making sure that warranty booklet, owner's manual and other manufacturer issued information is returned. Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence. Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor, including driving vehicle into building and to proper clean car staging area, occasional sale day driving.

Requirements

• Generally, less than 2 years' experience in a related field.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles.
• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, squat, and lean for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of auto detailing, paint application processes, and associated repair procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles and work areas upon completion of reconditioning work.
• Clean out and de-trash interior of vehicles.
• Remove license plates and stickers from vehicles.
• Wash vehicles using high-pressure washer or automatic car wash equipment.
• Apply chemicals and power-wash the engine compartment.
• Clean various parts of the vehicle including doorjambs, sills, and windows.
• Detail vehicles by cleaning and dressing trim and other components.
• Buff vehicles and apply dressing to various parts.
• Vacuum interior and clean carpets and upholstery.
• Demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety procedures.

Benefits

• Minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month.
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Additional paid time off for bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Retirement planning (401(k)).
• Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: No Education Listed