Lead Auto Detailer — Paint Correction & QC

Xcite Automotive; Selma (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Xcite Automotive seeks an Automotive Senior Detailer in the Selma TX area to expertly detail interiors and exteriors while mentoring junior teammates. The role emphasizes accuracy, speed, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced dealership environment.

The position offers a commission-based compensation structure tied to performance and experience, with opportunities for career growth within the expanding reconditioning network.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional automotive detailing experience.
• Strong experience with buffing, polishing, and paint correction.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
• Comfortable with physical labor (standing, bending, lifting, moving vehicles).
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to operate manual and automatic vehicles.
• High attention to detail and consistency in quality.
• Reliable transportation and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced interior and exterior detailing (wash, clay bar, buffing, polishing, waxing, shampooing, stain removal).
• Execute paint correction techniques (compounding, polishing, swirl removal).
• Conduct final quality control inspections to ensure vehicles meet client standards.
• Safely move and stage vehicles across dealership or lot environments.
• Train and support junior detailers on processes, efficiency, and quality expectations.
• Maintain proper use of chemicals, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure daily production goals and turnaround times are met.
• Follow all company safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding workflow, delays, or issues.

Skills

Automotive detailing

Buffing and polishing

Paint correction

Quality inspections

Mentoring junior detailers

Safety protocols

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Xcite Automotive seeks an Automotive Senior Detailer in the Selma TX area to expertly detail interiors and exteriors while mentoring junior teammates. The role emphasizes accuracy, speed, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced dealership environment.

The position offers a commission-based compensation structure tied to performance and experience, with opportunities for career growth within the expanding reconditioning network.