Reconditioning and Detailing Technician

Steele Auto Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 25,003 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSP retirement plan

Health & dental plans

Mental health support

Employee discounts

Boot reimbursement

Steele University training

Job summary

Steele Auto Group is seeking a Reconditioning & Detailing Technician to professionally detail and recondition vehicles to dealership standards. The role includes restoring interiors, polishing surfaces, and performing protective applications to ensure showroom readiness and customer satisfaction.

Applicants should have automotive detailing experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to handle both automatic and manual transmissions.

Qualifications

• Automotive detailing or vehicle reconditioning experience preferred.
• Experience with buffing, polishing, paint correction, or ceramic/protective coatings is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Ability to operate both automatic and manual transmission vehicles.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Professionally detail and recondition vehicles to dealership standards.
• Restore interiors and exteriors through cleaning, polishing, and protection.
• Complete Pre-Delivery Inspection cleans and prepare vehicles for delivery.
• Maintain showroom vehicles in pristine condition.
• Perform buffing, polishing, paint correction, and protective applications as needed.
• Identify cosmetic imperfections and communicate recommendations to management.
• Safely move, organize, and park vehicles within dealership operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe detailing workspace.
• Collaborate with Collision Centre, Service Department, and dealership teams to ensure timely delivery and exceed customer expectations.

Skills

Automotive detailing

Buffing

Polishing

Paint correction

Protective coatings

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Job description

Reconditioning & Detailing Technician

Hourly Wage Range

$18.15 - $20.00 per hour

This position is not eligible for Immigration Assistance due to National Occupational Classification (NOC) requirements.

What You'll Do

• Professionally detail and recondition new, used, and collision‑repaired vehicles to dealership standards.
• Restore vehicle interiors and exteriors through cleaning, polishing, stain removal, odor elimination, waxing, and paint enhancement.
• Complete Pre‑Delivery Inspection (PDI) cleans and prepare vehicles for customer delivery.
• Maintain showroom vehicles in pristine, display‑ready condition.
• Perform buffing, polishing, paint correction, and application of protective products when required.
• Identify cosmetic imperfections and communicate recommendations to management.
• Safely move, organize, and park vehicles throughout dealership and collision centre operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe detailing workspace while caring for equipment and supplies.
• Work closely with the Collision Centre, Service Department, and dealership teams to ensure vehicles are delivered on time and exceed customer expectations.

What You Bring / Qualifications

• Automotive detailing or vehicle reconditioning experience (preferred).
• Experience with buffing, polishing, paint correction, or ceramic/protective coatings is considered an asset.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.
• The ability to safely operate both automatic and manual transmission vehicles.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high‑quality work.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• 100% Matched Retirement Savings Plan – put your future at ease with our employer‑matched RSP plan, with a maximum of 4% after just 3 months and a maximum of 5% after 5 years.
• Flexible Health & Dental Plans – choose from six cost‑shared plans tailored to your lifestyle. Affordable, dependable coverage for the people who matter most.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support – 24/7 confidential support for you and your family through EFAP.
• Employee Discounts – on vehicle purchases, parts, and service at any of our locations.
• Work Boot Reimbursement – reimbursement immediately, no waiting required.
• Access to Steele University – you will get engaging, role‑specific training, learn anytime anywhere, track your progress, and earn rewards as you grow your skills.

We look forward to discussing accurate, role‑specific compensation details with candidates selected to move forward in the recruitment process.

Steele Auto Group is committed to creating a workplace where your talents are recognized, your growth is championed, and your potential is limitless. We invest in our people, promote from within, and foster a fair, inclusive, and opportunity‑rich environment. As part of this commitment, we ensure that every candidate feels valued and supported throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know. We are here to support you in every step of the way.