Experienced Detailer
About The Position
The Detailer is responsible for washing vehicle exteriors, cleaning interior and exterior windows, and wiping down doorjambs. This role involves applying wax, buffing surfaces, vacuuming interiors, and cleaning upholstery and rugs using appropriate cleaning agents. The Detailer also applies revitalizers and preservation agents to interior surfaces, treats fabrics, and uses special-purpose cleaners to remove stubborn materials. A key part of the job is inspecting vehicles for defects like dents, scratches, or torn upholstery, and restoring the appearance of engine areas, rugs, upholstery, and painted surfaces using touch-up paint and dyes. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, including using proper protective gear when handling cleaning products. Additionally, the Detailer will fuel vehicles, apply tire dressing, replace small defective parts, and maintain showroom and stock vehicles in clean and presentable condition. This includes managing window stickers on both new and sold vehicles. The position also requires keeping the work area neat and clean, operating tools safely, and reporting safety issues immediately to management. Other tasks may be assigned as needed.
Requirements
- Valid Driver's License
- Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Less than high school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- No prior experience or training.
Responsibilities
- Washes vehicle exterior, cleans interior and exterior windows, and wipes down doorjambs.
- Applies wax and buffs or wipes surfaces.
- Vacuums interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris.
- Cleans upholstery, rugs, and other surfaces using appropriate cleaning agents, applicators, and cleaning devices.
- Applies revitalizers and preservation agents to interior vinyl or leather surfaces and treats fabrics with spot- and stain-resistant chemicals.
- Applies special-purpose cleaners to remove foreign materials not removed by normal cleaning procedures, using experience, judgment, and following product manufacturer's recommendations.
- Inspects vehicles for noticeable defects such as dents, scratches, torn upholstery, and poor mechanical operation.
- Restores the appearance of engine areas, rugs, upholstery, and painted surfaces using touch-up paint, dyes, and other appropriate materials.
- Uses proper eye, hand, and body protection when using products that require protection.
- Fills vehicle with fuel.
- Applies dressing on tires and tire wells.
- Replaces missing or defective small parts.
- Maintains showroom and stock vehicles in clean and presentable condition.
- Ensures proper stickers are displayed in the vehicle's window.
- Removes all window stickers on sold vehicles.
- Keeps work area neat and clean.
- Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
- Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
