Automotive Detail Technician: Interior & Exterior

AutoNation; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Health, dental, vision insurance

Maternity benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

AutoNation in Tempe, AZ seeks a Service Detail Technician to clean both interior and exterior surfaces on sales and service vehicles, keeping inventory stocked and maintaining a safe work environment.

You will polish and buff surfaces, operate car wash equipment, and participate in periodic team meetings to improve processes and quality. The role supports our broader mission of helping customers keep their vehicles in top condition.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Ability to operate an automobile.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated car wash to remove surface dirt on vehicles.
• Vacuum all interior surfaces, spot-clean textile stains, and clean solid surfaces.
• Clean exterior surfaces using cleaners, mechanical buffers and polishing compounds.
• Maintain inventory of cleaners, compounds and tools to complete work.
• Perform minor body repair of scratches and blemishes using buffers and/or wet sanders.
• Attend periodic production meetings as needed or directed by managers.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Manual transmission driving

Automotive knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

AutoNation in Tempe, AZ seeks a Service Detail Technician to clean both interior and exterior surfaces on sales and service vehicles, keeping inventory stocked and maintaining a safe work environment.

You will polish and buff surfaces, operate car wash equipment, and participate in periodic team meetings to improve processes and quality. The role supports our broader mission of helping customers keep their vehicles in top condition.