Detallista

Coast To Coast Motors, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast To Coast Motors, Inc. is seeking a car detailer to thoroughly clean vehicles according to customer specifications.

Responsibilities include interior and exterior detailing, polishing chrome, shampooing upholstery, and inspecting for scratches while maintaining inventory and customer records. The role requires operating cleaning equipment, using various detergents, and ensuring vehicles look their best inside and out.

Responsibilities

• Uses various types of cleaning equipment and solutions.
• Details vehicle according to the customer’s specific instructions.
• Shampoos carpets and upholstery.
• Vacuums floors and seats.
• Cleans and vacuums the trunk.
• Cleans out ashtrays and cup holders.
• Conditions vinyl and leather.
• Cleans all trash, debris and dirt from the interior of the vehicle.
• Uses special foams and detergents designed for specific types of microfibers.
• Polishes the dashboard, steering wheel, trims and moldings inside the vehicle.
• Cleans door frames and instrument panels.
• Cleans all dirt, grease and tar from the exterior of the vehicle.
• Reconditions the vehicle’s exterior.
• Cleans all glass on the vehicle, inside and out, with the appropriate type of rag and cleaning solution.
• Cleans all mirrors with the proper substance.
• Steams the engine.
• Removes grease from the engine and other parts under the hood.
• Waxes and buffs vehicles after washing.
• Polishes the exterior chrome and all trim on the exterior of the vehicle using special chrome cleaners.
• Uses air compressors and special equipment to dry the inside and outside surfaces.
• Applies chemicals to surfaces to protect against spots and stains.
• Uses various paints, waxes and dyes to protect the leather parts of a vehicle’s interior.
• Uses hoses and pumps for washing and rinsing vehicles.
• Cleans and polishes wheel rims and makes them sparkle.
• Cleans the headlights, brake lights and taillights making them brighter.
• Fixes minor scratches and chips with touch-up vehicle paint.
• Manages the inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Keeps records of customers and calls when it might be time for another detail.
• Training program at place of employment.

Job description

A car detailer cleans most parts of a car including cracks and crevices that are not cleaned by standard car wash systems.

Responsibilities and Duties

Provide a bullet point list of the responsibilities and duties of this job. Be detailed, but concise and outline the core responsibilities of the position.

• Uses various types of cleaning equipment and solutions.
• Details vehicle according to the customer’s specific instructions.
• Shampoos carpets and upholstery.
• Vacuums floors and seats.
• Cleans and vacuums the trunk.
• Cleans out ashtrays and cup holders.
• Conditions vinyl and leather.
• Cleans all trash, debris and dirt from the interior of the vehicle.
• Uses special foams and detergents designed for specific types of microfibers.
• Polishes the dashboard, steering wheel, trims and moldings inside the vehicle.
• Cleans door frames and instrument panels.
• Cleans all dirt, grease and tar from the exterior of the vehicle.
• Reconditions the vehicle’s exterior.
• Cleans all glass on the vehicle, inside and out, with the appropriate type of rag and cleaning solution.
• Cleans all mirrors with the proper substance.
• Steams the engine.
• Removes grease from the engine and other parts under the hood.
• Waxes and buffs vehicles after washing.
• Polishes the exterior chrome and all trim on the exterior of the vehicle using special chrome cleaners.
• Uses air compressors and special equipment to dry the inside and outside surfaces.
• Applies chemicals to surfaces to protect against spots and stains.
• Uses various paints, waxes and dyes to protect the leather parts of a vehicle’s interior.
• Uses hoses and pumps for washing and rinsing vehicles.
• Cleans and polishes wheel rims and makes them sparkle.
• Cleans the headlights, brake lights and taillights making them brighter.
• Fixes minor scratches and chips with touch-up vehicle paint.
• Manages the inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Keeps records of customers and calls when it might be time for another detail.
• Training program at place of employment.

Physical Requirements

• Time is spent inside and outside of vehicles.
• Must be able to work with strong detergents and chemicals.
• Time is spent working outside in both very hot and very cold weather.
• Must be willing to wear gloves and eye and ear protection.

Minimum weight lifting requirements (always at least 10-15 pounds for office roles) Examples would be: