Automotive Detailer (Toledo)

Grogan's Towne Chrysler Jeep Dodge•Toledo, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Used Car Detailer is responsible for preparing pre-owned vehicles to meet dealership appearance and quality standards. This role ensures every used vehicle is clean, professionally presented, and ready for retail sale, while maintaining efficiency, safety, and attention to detail. The Detailer plays a key role in creating an outstanding first impression for customers. This position is essential to maximizing used vehicle value, accelerating inventory turn, and ensuring every customer receives a vehicle that reflects the high standards of the dealership.

Requirements

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to drive vehicles with automatic and manual transmissions preferred.
Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to pay attention to detail
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to follow instructions
Positive attitude

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous automotive detailing experience preferred but willing to train motivated candidates.

Responsibilities

Thoroughly wash, dry, clay bar, polish, wax, and buff used vehicles as needed.
Vacuum and shampoo carpets, clean upholstery, leather, vinyl, glass, and interior surfaces.
Remove stains, odors, pet hair, and other contaminants to restore vehicles to retail-ready condition.
Clean engines, door jambs, wheels, wheel wells, and tires.
Apply tire dressing and protective coatings where appropriate.
Inspect vehicles for cosmetic imperfections and report damage or needed repairs to management.
Install dealer decals, license plate brackets, window stickers, and required inventory tags.
Move vehicles safely throughout the dealership and maintain organized inventory parking.
Maintain detailing equipment and ensure chemicals and supplies are used safely and efficiently.
Keep the detailing area clean, organized, and OSHA compliant.
Meet daily production goals while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
Assist with new vehicle detailing, customer delivery preparation, and special projects as assigned.
Wash, wax, and buff the vehicle
Clean interior and exterior windows
Vacuum and scrub interior of vehicle
Clean engine and engine compartment
Apply dressing on tires and tire wells
Utilize special purpose cleaners to ensure lasting cleanliness of vehicles
Operate all tools in a safe manner
Report any safety issues immediately to management