Detailer

Jim Burke Ford Lincoln; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Discounts on Sales/Service/Rental

Paid Training

Uniforms

Job summary

Jim Burke Ford Lincoln in Bakersfield, CA seeks a Detailer to prepare vehicles for sale and delivery. Responsibilities include washing, detailing interiors/exteriors, and minor touch-ups while maintaining a clean, safe shop environment.

Requires a clean driving record and the ability to lift 50 lbs. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, detailing experience, and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and staff.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer and internet skills.
• Highly professional and dependable.
• Neat, clean, and professional appearance.
• Experience in a similar role is a plus.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Washes and conditions vehicle exterior, including tires and wheels.
• Cleans and conditions interior; vacuuming, shampooing, applying fabric/leather treatment.
• Inspects vehicles for defects and mechanical issues.
• Keeps work areas clean and stores tools and supplies properly.
• Maintains shop appearance and safety standards; supports inventory and general functions.
• Follows shop policies, procedures, safety, and environmental rules.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Basic computer skills

Professional appearance

Strong communication

Dependable

Able to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The Detailer prepares new vehicle and pre-owned vehicles for sale and delivery by washing, vacuuming, and restoring interior, exterior, and under-hood cosmetics. In addition to base-level conditioning, he/she buffs, waxes, shampoos, applies fabric protection, and replaces parts such as wiper blades, headlights, etc. The Detailer informally inspect vehicles for defective parts and/or accessories and drives vehicles (automatic and standard transmission) in and around the lot as well as to nearby aftermarket shops for specialized work. In addition, the Detailer may need to replace minor parts and accessories, tighten or adjust loose parts, and provide minute touch-up when directed to do so.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, detailing experience, a general mechanical aptitude, an unrestricted driver's license, and a clean driving record. Candidates must be able to drive both automatic and standard transmission vehicles and work productively in a fast-paced team environment and must have a positive attitude, professional appearance, great communication skills, basic computer skills, and the ability to deliver world class customer service.

Responsibilities

• Washes and conditions vehicle exterior, including tires, wheels, under-carriage, and under-hood components and waxing/buffing
• Cleans and conditions vehicle interior, including vacuuming, shampooing, applying fabric/leather treatments, and polishing
• Inspects vehicles for noticeable defects, such as dents, scratches, torn upholstery, and poor mechanical operation
• Ensures that work areas are clean and that equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored
• Helps maintain shop appearance and safety standards and ensures the shop runs in an efficient manner by performing duties such as inventory stocking and other general functions
• Follows all shop policy, procedure, safety, and environmental rules
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and staff
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Basic computer and internet skills
• Highly professional and dependable
• Neat, clean, and professional appearance
• Experience in a similar role a plus
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance

Company Description

Become a member of a winning team that offers growth opportunities, excellent earning potential, and leadership that fosters engaged team members. Jim Burke Ford Lincolnis one of the top five Ford dealers in California and a recipient of the Ford Motor Company President’s Award—the highest honor bestowed upon a dealership. The dealership corporation was founded in 1913 and is one of the oldest in the nation. With almost 300 employees, our vision of “Building lasting relationships” has become the cornerstone of everything we do.

We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.

Benefits

• An AWESOME place to work!
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Discounts on Sales/Service/Rental
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Training
• Uniforms (For applicable position)

Full Detail Schedule

Applicants must be available to work a shift between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Rotating weekend shift: Saturday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm and/or Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.