Automotive Reconditioning & Merchandising Specialist

Rochester Toyota; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

401k and life insurance

Job summary

Rochester Toyota is seeking an Automotive Reconditioning & Merchandising Specialist in Rochester, Minnesota. The role involves detailing vehicles, buffing, paint touch-up, and ensuring online content accuracy.

Responsibilities include cleaning, polishing, and photographing vehicles, while upholding the company's values. Candidates must have a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and a valid driver's license. Full-time employees enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Experience with basic computer systems and the internet required.

Responsibilities

• Detail the inside and outside of vehicles.
• Buff used cars and perform paint touch-up.
• Take photos of vehicles for online content.
• Clean vehicle exteriors and interiors thoroughly.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

AUTOMOTIVE RECONDITIONING & MERCHANDISING SPECIALIST

Job Summary

The Automotive Reconditioning & Merchandising Specialist is responsible for detailing the inside and outside of vehicles, buffing used cars, paint touch up on used cars and taking photos of vehicles and ensuring all online content is accurate for the customer.

Core Responsibilities

• Clean vehicle exterior by hand, brush or pressure washer
• Polish, dry and clean vehicle windshields, windows, lights and exterior body
• Wax and buff vehicles using cloths and/or buffing machines
• Vacuum to remove any debris or dirt
• Shampoo and clean upholstery and surfaces (stain removal may be required)
• Use air compressor and cloths to dry surfaces
• Apply product to protect leather or fabric of vehicles
• Clean and remove grease in engine compartment
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Taking photos of new and used vehicle inventory.
• Printing window stickers for used vehicles and placing them into vehicles window.
• Uploading images to inventory management system.
• Working closely with our new and used car managers fully merchandise our inventory online as quickly as possible.
• Writing comments or descriptions for inventory.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Attention to detail
• Candidates should be self‑motivated, able to work well under pressure, enjoy the outdoors and be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Experience with basic computer systems and internet required.
• Valid state driver’s license & ability to be insured through RMC liability insurance required

Physical Demands

• Operate hand tools and machinery
• Move tires, body panels and other equipment up to 50 pounds
• Position body to perform vehicle maintenance

Universal Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Rochester Motor Cars mission, vision and values in all situations.
• Follow and utilize the Rochester Motor Cars philosophy of 1-2-3-4-5.

1. Customer Enthusiasm
2. Employee Satisfaction
3. Financial Performance
4. Market Effectiveness
5. Ongoing Improvement

• “Grow people, make friends and do good.”
• Exhibit personal excellence by setting high standard of performance. Consistently meet or exceed quality standards and requirements.

Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, paid time‑off, STD/LTD, 401k and life insurance are offered to full‑time employees.

Job description subject to change at management’s discretion.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to providing a safe, drug‑free work environment. Applicants must be willing to submit to a pre‑employment background check and drug test. Interested candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.