Automotive Detailer

Xcite Automotive; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcite Automotive is seeking Automotive Detailers in Grand Rapids, MI. You will clean and polish vehicles, both inside and out, ensuring pristine appearance and customer satisfaction. The role supports high-volume dealership workflows with emphasis on efficiency and quality.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of detailing experience, strong tool knowledge, and a reliable commute. Full-time hours, including some weekends, are expected in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional automotive detailing experience.
• Strong knowledge of detailing tools, chemicals, and safe handling procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dealership environment.
• Reliable transportation and full-time availability (including some weekends).
• Ability to stand, bend, and work around vehicles for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Washes exterior, cleans interior and windows, and wipes doorjambs.
• Vacuums interior and removes debris.
• Inspects for dents, scratches and upholstery damage.
• Keeps car wash area clean and organized.
• Uses cleaners for lasting cleanliness of vehicles.
• Operates tools safely and reports safety issues.

Skills

Detailing

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Tools

Detailing tools

Job description

Xcite Automotive is now seeking Automotive Detailers for our partner dealers in Grand Rapids, Michigan!

Job Description: 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

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