Detail Technician — Flat-Rate Pay & Growth

Swickard Auto Group; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-the-job training

Real career path — growth within Swick

Employee vehicle purchase and service

Stable team environment

Job summary

Swickard Auto Group's Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac of Anchorage is hiring a Detail Technician on a flat-rate plan. You’ll detail interior and exterior vehicles, prep for delivery, and apply protective coatings to ensure guest satisfaction.

The role rewards speed and quality with earnings tied to throughput. No prior automotive experience is required, and we offer on-the-job training, benefits, and a clear career path within the Swickard family.

Qualifications

• Previous detail or automotive experience preferred — dealership detailing experience a strong plus
• Motivated candidates without formal experience are welcome — if you take pride in your work and move with urgency, we'll build the rest
• A high personal standard for quality — you notice what others miss and won't put your name on work that isn't right
• Self-directed and productive — flat rate rewards speed and consistency, and you need both
• Physically capable of standing, bending, and working on your feet throughout the shift in varying Alaska conditions
• Comfortable operating detail equipment safely and effectively
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• A team-first mindset -- vehicle readiness touches every department, and everyone notices when it runs well

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough interior and exterior detail work on new, used, and service vehicles — washing, vacuuming, polishing, and protecting to dealership standards
• Prepare vehicles for guest delivery — ensuring every car is clean, presentable, and ready to make a strong first impression
• Apply paint protection, fabric protection, and aftermarket appearance products as directed
• Inspect vehicles for cosmetic issues — scratches, stains, and odors — and address or elevate appropriately
• Operate detail equipment including pressure washers, buffers, vacuums, and steam cleaners safely and effectively
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe detail bay and work area at all times
• Coordinate with service advisors, porters, and sales staff to prioritize vehicle readiness and meet delivery timelines
• Work efficiently on flat-rate structure -- your speed, quality, and throughput directly determine your earnings

Skills

Detail experience

Self-motivated

Quality focus

Physically capable

Clean driving record

Job description

Swickard Auto Group's Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac of Anchorage is hiring a Detail Technician on a flat-rate plan. You’ll detail interior and exterior vehicles, prep for delivery, and apply protective coatings to ensure guest satisfaction.

The role rewards speed and quality with earnings tied to throughput. No prior automotive experience is required, and we offer on-the-job training, benefits, and a clear career path within the Swickard family.