Detail Technician I (Manheim)

Cox Communications • Slidell, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, the Detail Technician I prepares vehicles for sale by cleaning, detailing, and inspecting them to meet auction-ready standards. This hands-on role transforms vehicles from arrival to auction-ready condition using professional tools, equipment, and cleaning products. The technician follows safety procedures, maintains a clean work area, and may move and stage vehicles within the auction area.

The position requires a valid driver’s license and safe driving record. Preferred qualifications include prior work experience in an automotive, auction, or related operational setting and a high school diploma or GED. Physical demands include lifting and holding at least 30 pounds at waist level for an extended period; standing, walking, talking, and hearing in a variety of environments; and crouching, bending, and kneeling to inspect vehicles.

Employment is at a specified Cox location, with no remote option. The role is on the day shift, has no travel, and pays an hourly base rate of $13.70–$20.53. The position may also be eligible for commission and/or an incentive program. Employment requires passing a pre-employment drug test; the company does not currently test for marijuana pre-employment for this position. Employees are eligible for at least 16 hours of paid time off per month and seven paid holidays, as well as other leave. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Safe driving record.
• Ability to lift and hold at least 30 pounds at waist level for an extended period.
• Ability to stand, walk, talk, and hear in a variety of environments.
• Ability to crouch, bend, and kneel to inspect the side or underside of vehicles.
• Must clear a pre-employment drug test.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in an automotive, auction, or related operational setting.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Clean, detail, and restore vehicle interiors and exteriors using professional tools, equipment, and cleaning products.
• Wash, vacuum, shampoo, polish, and detail vehicle interiors, exteriors, engines, wheels, and trim.
• Prepare vehicles for sale by removing non-essential items and organizing materials such as owner’s manuals.
• Complete final quality inspections.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Assist with moving and staging vehicles, including driving vehicles within the auction area as needed.

Benefits

• At least 16 hours of paid time off per month.
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); and paid days off, including sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed