Auto Detailer Assistant / Apprentice

Toyota/Lexus of Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota/Lexus of Knoxville is seeking an Auto Detailer Assistant / Apprentice. The position involves ensuring vehicles are cleaned efficiently and to high standards while providing strong customer service. Ideal for those who enjoy hands-on work and teamwork.

The role requires physical strength, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to operate cleaning equipment. This is a great opportunity for advancement in the auto detailing field.

Qualifications

• Physical ability to stand, bend, and lift for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Wash, dry and clean vehicle exteriors using automated and manual methods.
• Vacuum interiors and wipe down dashboards, consoles, and door panels.
• Guide vehicles safely into the wash tunnel when required.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning products and detailing techniques

Ability to operate detailing equipment

Strong work ethic and reliability

Customer service skills

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Buffers

Vacuums

Pressure washers

Job description

Job Title

Auto Detailer Assistant / Apprentice

Department

Parkside Detail / Reconditioning Dept

Supervisor

Curtis Price

Schedule / Hours

Rotating Shifts

Summary

We are seeking hard working and dependable individuals to join our team as Auto Detailer Assistant / Apprentice. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring vehicles are cleaned quickly, efficiently, and to the highest standards while providing excellent customer service. You will learn the process we use to clean the vehicles to the highest of standards with opportunity for advancement. This is a fast‑paced position ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on work and being part of a team.

Essential Duties

• Wash, dry and clean vehicle exteriors using automated and manual methods
• Vacuum interiors and wipe down dashboards, consoles, and door panels
• Clean windows, mirrors, and tires to a spotless shine
• Apply waxes, protectants, and tire shine as needed
• Guide vehicles safely into the wash tunnel when required
• Maintain cleanliness of the wash area, equipment, and workstations
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies
• Other duties assigned by manager

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualifications, Experience, Education, Certificates, Licenses, ETC

• High School Graduate or GED
• Previous car wash or auto detailing experience is a plus but not required
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good time management skills
• Physical ability to stand, bend, and lift for extended periods

Skills / Reasoning Ability / Performance Expectations

• Knowledge of cleaning products and detailing techniques
• Ability to operate detailing equipment (buffers, vacuums, pressure washers)
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Customer service skills
• Ability to follow instructions and company standards

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Repeated reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, occasional ladder climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and maneuvering up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

• May work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Fast‑paced environment with attention to deadlines

These responsibilities, qualifications, expectations, skills, physical demands, and work environment toleration must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The duties listed are a general guideline. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign hours, duties, or responsibilities to this job at any time.