Automotive Detailer

Xcite Automotive; Countryside (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k)

Career growth

Referral program

Job summary

Xcite Automotive is seeking Automotive Detailers for our partner dealers in Countryside, IL. You will clean and refurbish vehicles to a pristine standard, both inside and out, ensuring fast, high-quality turnarounds.

Prior detailing experience in a dealership or reconditioning setting is preferred and reliability for full-time shifts is required. Join a team that cares about attention to detail, safety, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional automotive detailing experience (dealership or reconditioning preferred).
• Strong knowledge of detailing tools, chemicals, and safe handling procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dealership environment with high turnaround demands.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
• Reliable transportation and full-time availability (including some weekends if required).

Responsibilities

• Washes vehicle exterior, cleans interior and exterior windows, and wipes down doorjambs.
• Vacuums interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris.
• Inspects vehicles for dents, scratches and torn upholstery.
• Keep the car wash area clean and organized.
• Utilize cleaners to ensure lasting cleanliness of vehicles.
• Operate all tools in a safe manner.
• Report safety issues to Management.

Skills

Automotive detailing

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety procedures

Team player

Job description

Xcite Automotive is now seeking Automotive Detailers for our partner dealers in Countryside, IL.

As an Automotive Detailer, you will be responsible for providing top-notch cleaning, polishing, and refurbishing services to vehicles, ensuring they maintain a pristine appearance inside and out. If you take pride in your work and enjoy helping vehicles look their best, we’d love to have you on board!

Key Responsibilities:

• Washes vehicle exterior, cleans interior and exterior windows, and wipes down doorjambs
• Vacuums interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris
• Inspects vehicles for noticeable defects, such as dents, scratches and torn upholstery.
• Takes out unwanted materials when needed- Keep the car wash area clean/organized
• Utilize special purpose cleaners to insure lasting cleanliness of vehicle
• Operate all tools in a safe manner
• Report any safety issues to Management

Minimum Qualifications / Must-Haves:

• 1+ years of professional automotive detailing experience (dealership or reconditioning environment preferred).
• Strong knowledge of detailing tools, chemicals, and safe handling procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dealership environment with high turnaround demands.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
• Reliable transportation and full-time availability (including some weekends if required).
• Ability to stand, bend, and work in and around vehicles for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications / Nice-to-Haves

• Previous experience detailing vehicles in a dealership or high-volume reconditioning shop.
• Familiarity with paint correction, buffing, or ceramic coating.
• Strong time-management skills to handle multiple vehicles per day.
• Team player with good communication skills

Beneficial Types of Previous Experience:

• Auto Technician or Lube Technician
• Body Shop Assistant
• Janitorial, Custodial or Housekeeping
• Warehouse Worker
• Customer Service in Retail
• Car Detailer
• Landscaping

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Career growth opportunities within the dealership and reconditioning network
• Employee referral bonus program

Company Description

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