Auto Detailing Assistant Manager — Lead & QC

Xcite Automotive; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Xcite Automotive in Virginia Beach is seeking a Detailing Assistant Manager to lead a team of detail technicians and support daily detailing operations in a fast-paced dealership environment. You will oversee quality, efficiency, and training while balancing hands-on detailing duties.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of detailing experience and strong leadership, with knowledge of paint correction and interior reconditioning. Weekend availability may be required to meet production demands.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional automotive detailing experience in a dealership, body shop, collision center, or reconditioning facility.
• Previous experience as a Lead Detailer, Shop Supervisor, or Assistant Manager.
• Strong knowledge of paint correction, buffing, polishing, waxing, and interior reconditioning techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment with high turnaround expectations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and hold team members accountable.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and work indoors and outdoors for extended periods.
• Reliable transportation and full-time availability, including weekends if needed.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting overall team operations.

Responsibilities

• Support daily detailing production in a high-volume dealership environment.
• Lead, train, and hold detail technicians accountable to company quality standards.
• Perform hands-on interior and exterior detailing services, including paint correction, buffing, polishing, and reconditioning as needed.
• Conduct final quality control inspections to ensure all vehicles meet dealership-ready standards prior to delivery.
• Monitor workflow efficiency, turnaround times, and overall shop productivity.
• Assist with scheduling and prioritizing vehicles to meet dealership production demands.
• Enforce company safety procedures and operational compliance standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of detailing bays, equipment, and work areas.
• Operate detailing equipment, chemicals, and tools safely and responsibly.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management regarding production updates and vehicle status.
• Assist in training and mentoring new detail technicians to support consistent workmanship and operational success.
• Support a positive, team-oriented work environment focused on efficiency, accountability, and quality.

Skills

Detailing leadership

Paint correction skills

Team training

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Weekend availability

Job description

Xcite Automotive in Virginia Beach is seeking a Detailing Assistant Manager to lead a team of detail technicians and support daily detailing operations in a fast-paced dealership environment. You will oversee quality, efficiency, and training while balancing hands-on detailing duties.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of detailing experience and strong leadership, with knowledge of paint correction and interior reconditioning. Weekend availability may be required to meet production demands.