Detail Technician I (Manheim)

Cox Automotive Inc.; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, is seeking a Detail Technician I to prep vehicles for sale by cleaning, detailing and inspecting them to meet auction-ready standards.

You’ll be a dependable, hands-on team player who takes pride in a job well done, learns on the job, and helps move and stage vehicles while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Clean, detail and restore vehicle interiors and exteriors using professional tools and cleaning products.
• Perform deep-cleaning tasks including washing, vacuuming, shampooing, polishing and detailing all vehicle areas.
• Prepare vehicles for sale by removing non-essential items and completing final inspections.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Assist with moving and staging vehicles, including driving within the auction area as needed.

Skills

Detailing

Hands-on

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

At Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, every car passes through expert hands before it reaches its next owner. As a Detail Technician I, you'll help prepare vehicles for sale by cleaning, detailing and inspecting them to meet auction-ready standards. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in attention to detail and like seeing the results of your efforts at the end of each day, this is the automotive career for you.

What You'll Do

• Clean, detail and restore vehicle interiors and exteriors using professional tools, equipment and cleaning products.
• Perform deep-cleaning tasks, including washing, vacuuming, shampooing, polishing and detailing all vehicle interiors, exteriors, engines, wheels and trim.
• Prepare vehicles for sale by removing non-essential items, organizing materials (such as owner's manuals) and completing final quality inspections.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Assist with moving and staging vehicles, including driving vehicles within the auction area as needed.

Who You Are

You're a dependable team player who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in a job well done and is ready to learn. You also have the following:

Minimum Requirements

• A valid driver's license and safe driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work experience in an automotive, auction or related operational setting
• High school diploma/GED

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and hold at least 30 pounds at the waist level for an extended period of time
• Ability to stand, walk, talk and hear in a variety of environments
• Ability to crouch, bend and kneel to inspect side or underside of vehicles

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets

USD 13.70 - 20.53 per hour

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $13.70 - $20.53/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.