Detail Tech

Carlock Automotive; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Paid holidays

Job summary

Carlock Automotive Group in Mississippi is seeking a Make-Ready Technician/Detailer to prepare vehicles for delivery. The role emphasizes cleaning, detailing, and coordinating with sales and service to ensure timely turnover.

You will train staff, maintain supplies, document damage for claims, and participate in quality control inspections. A high school diploma or GED plus 1–3 months of related experience is required, with compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Detail-oriented mindset essential for vehicle presentation and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Train and assist other make-ready and detail techs.
• Maintain inventory and order make-ready supplies.
• Act as liaison between department staff and sales managers to facilitate the process for new and pre-owned vehicles.
• Detail client vehicles as needed.
• Maintain adherence to dealership policy on client vehicle care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Detailing equipment

Job description

Make-Ready Technician/Detailer – Auto Dealership

Are you a clean freak? Do you obsess over every little detail? Do you love that new car smell? If so, our busy dealership may have the perfect opportunity for you as our new make-ready tech/detailer. Sure, we work hard. But we also take good care of those who work to make our dealership a success. If that’s you, let’s talk. For the right person, the rewards can be outstanding.

Job Responsibilities

• Train and assist other make-ready and detail techs
• Maintain inventory and order make-ready supplies
• Act as liaison between department staff and sales managers to facilitate the process for new and pre-owned vehicles
• Detail client vehicles as needed
• Maintain strict adherence to dealership policy on client vehicle care and operation
• Note damage and notify service so a claim can be filed within 24 hours
• Perform quality control inspections of all vehicles before being brought to frontline
• Coordinate with sales and service to ensure on-time deliveries
• Attend department meetings

Education And/or Experience

High school diploma or GED; 1 to 3 months of related experience and/or training; Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.

Compensation

Compensation is based on experience and commensurate with Fortune 500 companies.

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 essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to utilize manual dexterity as well as stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance policies, 401(k) plans, and paid Holidays.

About Us

Carlock Automotive Group has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 50 years, growing from a family business in Arkansas to a multi-state network of dealerships representing 17 premier brands. With locations across Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana, Carlock offers an exciting and dynamic work environment where team members play a key role in delivering top-tier sales, service, and financing to customers. Family-owned for three generations, the Carlock family has built a reputation for excellence, fostering a workplace culture centered on expertise, customer satisfaction, and career growth. Our dealerships provide endless opportunities to be part of something exceptional. At Carlock, we seek passionate individuals committed to learning and perfecting their craft. As a member of the Carlock family, you’ll receive continuous training and development opportunities to grow your career. We believe in promoting from within and cultivating the next generation of automotive leaders. With manufacturer-sponsored courses and annual training programs, we invest in your long-term success. In addition to professional growth, we offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, supplemental insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid holidays. From your first day with us to the road ahead, we’re committed to fueling your growth and guiding your journey every mile of the way.