Automotive Detail Technician – Growth & Benefits

Serra Gaylord & Kalkaska; Gaylord (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Serra Gaylord is seeking an Automotive Detailer to thoroughly clean and refurbish vehicles to manufacturer specifications. You will follow established procedures, apply wax and cleaners, and prepare vehicles for showroom or lot display.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, safety, and the ability to handle various detailing tasks across interior and exterior surfaces. Candidates should have a valid driver's license, strong communication and time-management skills, and the stamina to stand or

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive data entry tasks.
• Ability to multitask and maintain a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Follow proper procedures established by Serra Gaylord to perform complete vehicle detail.
• Wash vehicle exterior, clean interior and exterior windows and wipe down door jambs.
• Apply wax to the auto body and wipe or buff the surface.
• Vacuum interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris.
• Clean upholstery, rugs, and other surfaces, using appropriate cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
• Clean engine and engine compartments with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents.
• Apply special-purpose cleaners to remove foreign materials which normal cleaning procedures do not remove, utilizing experience and judgment and following product manufacturer's recommendations.
• Restore appearance of engine area, rugs and upholstery, and painted surfaces. Use touch-up paint, dyes, and other appropriate materials.
• Use proper eye, hand and body protection when using products that require protection.
• Apply dressing on tires and tire wells.
• Ensure proper stickers are displayed in the vehicle's window.
• Keep the work area neat and clean.
• Operate all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Prepare and apply automotive touch up paint to vehicles.
• Shuttle new and used vehicles to the appropriate car lots.
• Report any safety issues immediately to management.
• Other duties may be assigned, as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Communication

Time management

Data entry

Multitasking

Professional appearance

Job description

Serra Gaylord is seeking an Automotive Detailer to thoroughly clean and refurbish vehicles to manufacturer specifications. You will follow established procedures, apply wax and cleaners, and prepare vehicles for showroom or lot display.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, safety, and the ability to handle various detailing tasks across interior and exterior surfaces. Candidates should have a valid driver's license, strong communication and time-management skills, and the stamina to stand or