Automotive Detailer

Xcite Automotive; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcite Automotive is seeking skilled Detailers at our Bradenton, FL partner dealership to provide interior and exterior detailing that meets dealership standards. The role emphasizes precision, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced production setting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of detailing experience, strong buffing/polishing skills, and a proven ability to work with rigorous turnaround timelines while maintaining safety and organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional automotive detailing experience.
• Hands-on buffing, polishing, and paint correction.
• Experience in fast-paced dealership or reconditioning environments.
• Ability to perform physical labor including standing, bending, lifting, and moving vehicles.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Able to operate automatic and manual transmissions.
• High attention to detail and strong work ethic.
• Reliable transportation and strong teamwork with leading by example.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced interior and exterior detailing services including washing, clay bar, buffing, waxing, and stain removal.
• Apply paint correction techniques such as compounding and swirl removal.
• Conduct final quality inspections ensuring dealership standards before delivery.
• Safely move, park, and stage vehicles on lot.
• Train and mentor junior detailers on procedures and quality standards.
• Handle detailing chemicals and equipment safely.
• Meet daily production goals and turnaround times.
• Communicate workflow challenges to management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Support ship operations and assist teammates to maintain productivity.

Skills

Automotive detailing

Buffing & polishing

Paint correction

Production environment experience

Team leadership

Tools

Ceramic coatings knowledge

Snappy Shine products

Ceramic Pro knowledge

Job description

Xcite Automotive is hiring Detailers at our partner dealership in Bradenton, FL!

Job Description: As a Detailer at Xcite Automotive, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality interior and exterior automotive detailing services while helping maintain dealership-ready vehicle standards in a fast-paced production environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring quality, efficiency, and consistency across daily detailing operations.

The ideal candidate is experience in paint correction, polishing, and reconditioning processes and takes pride in producing exceptional results under tight turnaround timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced interior and exterior detailing services, including washing, clay bar treatment, buffing, polishing, waxing, shampooing, and stain removal.


• Execute paint correction techniques such as compounding, polishing, and swirl removal to restore vehicle appearance.


• Conduct final quality control inspections to ensure all vehicles meet company dealership standards prior to delivery.


• Safely move, park, and stage vehicles throughout dealership and lot environments.


• Train, mentor, and support junior detailers on detailing procedures, efficiency standards, and quality expectations.


• Maintain proper handling and use of detailing chemicals, tools, equipment, and safety procedures.


• Ensure daily production goals, turnaround times, and workflow expectations are consistently achieved.


• Communicate effectively with management regarding workflow challenges, delays, vehicle issues, or operational concerns.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.


• Support ship operations and assist team members as needed to maintain productivity and service quality.

Must-Have Qualifications / Must-Haves

• 3+ years of professional automotive detailing experience.


• Strong hands-on experience with buffing, polishing, and paint correction techniques.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven dealership or reconditioning environment.


• Comfortable performing physical labor, including standing, bending, lifting, and moving vehicles throughout the day.


• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.


• Ability to operate both automatic and manual transmission vehicles.


• High attention to detail with consistent quality workmanship.


• Reliable transportation and strong work ethic.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to lead by example.

Preferred Qualifications / Nice-to-Haves

• Previous experience in a lead or detailing role.


• Experience working in dealership or high-volume automotive reconditioning environments.


• Knowledge of ceramic coatings or advanced protection systems.


• Familiarity with inventory tracking, workflow coordination, or production scheduling.


• Experience training or mentoring junior detailers or new hires.


• Strong time-management and problem solving skills.

Beneficial Types of Previous Experience

• Dealership detailing (new/used vehicle prep, PDI, reconditioning)


• Body shop or collision center experience


• High-end or luxury vehicle detailing


• Mobile detailing or independent detailing business ownership


• Experience with Snappy Shine, Ceramic Pro, or similar detailing product lines


• Production-based or commission-driven detailing environments

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay, with hourly or salaried options based on experience.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Paid time off and company holidays.


• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.

About Xcite Automotive

Xcite Automotive is a fast-growing automotive service and a software-based company that helps dealers get vehicles frontline-ready quickly and efficiently. Since 2007, Xcite Automotive has been on a mission to make the automotive industry faster, more innovative, and more profitable. Over 1,300 automobile dealers nationwide rely on Xcite's team of 1000+ employees to provide on-site vehicle marketing and reconditioning solutions.

Additional Information

Xcite Automotive provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or orientation. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.