Automotive Detailer

Starling Buick GMC Stuart; Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Starling Buick GMC Stuart seeks an Automotive Detailer to meticulously clean and refurbish vehicles to dealership standards. You will wash exteriors, clean interiors, apply wax, buff surfaces, and ensure showroom vehicles remain pristine.

Responsibilities include inspecting for defects, restoring engine and trim appearance, and maintaining a safe work environment while following manufacturer specifications and time allowances.

Qualifications

• No specific technical tools are required beyond general automotive detailing knowledge.
• Candidates should be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Wash exterior and interior, clean windows and door jambs.
• Apply wax and buff surfaces; vacuum and clean upholstery.
• Inspect for defects and restore appearance of engine areas and painted surfaces.
• Maintain showroom and stock vehicles in clean, presentable condition.
• Operate cleaning tools safely and report safety issues to management.

Education

No prior experience or training

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

One-year certificate from college or technical school

Three to six months related experience and/or training

Job description

Automotive Detailer - Summary

Cleans and refurbishes new and used automobiles. Conforms to dealership and/or manufacturer specifications and time allowances.

Automotive Detailer - Essential Duties

• Washes vehicle exterior cleans interior and exterior windows and wipes down door jambs.
• Applies wax to auto body, and wipes or buffs surface.
• Vacuums interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris.
• Cleans upholstery, rugs and other surfaces, using appropriate cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
• Cleans engine and engine compartment with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents.
• Applies special-purpose cleaners to remove foreign materials which normal cleaning procedures do not remove, utilizing experience and judgment and following product manufacturer's recommendations.
• Inspects vehicles for noticeable defects, such as dents, scratches, torn upholstery and poor mechanical operation.
• Restores appearance of engine area, rugs and upholstery and painted surfaces. Uses touch-up paint, dyes and other appropriate materials.
• Uses proper eye, hand and body protection when using products that require protection.
• Fills vehicle with fuel.
• Applies dressing on tires and tire wells.
• Replaces missing or defective small parts.
• Always maintains showroom and stock vehicles in clean and presentable condition.
• Ensures proper stickers are displayed in the vehicle's window.
• Removes all window stickers on sold vehicles.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Automotive Detailer - Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Automotive Detailer - Education and/or Experience

• No prior experience or training.
• Less than high school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Automotive Detailer - Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Driver's License

Automotive Detailer - Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Automotive Detailer - Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.