Lead Automotive Detailer

Lithia Driveway; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Ford dealership in Tampa as a Lead Detailer. This role involves preparing vehicles for sale, assisting the Detail Manager, and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and customer service. Ideal candidates will have prior detailing experience and strong organizational skills. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits as part of a Fortune 500 company.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Prior detailing experience highly preferred.
• Ability to support Manager and lead team.
• Polished and professional.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Detail Manager with daily work flow.
• Perform cleaning on vehicles using various supplies.
• Inspect parts and vehicles for cleanliness and damage.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Dealership:

L0499 Elder Ford of Tampa

Are you a Car Wash Attendant or Detailer looking for a better opportunity?

Are you a self-starter, detail-oriented and love working on cars?

Join the Elder Ford Tampa Team!

Grow Your Career with a Fortune 500 Company!

Join the fastest-growing Ford dealer in Tampa! Elder Ford, part of the Fortune 500 Lithia & Driveway family of dealerships, is growing! We have a rare opening on our Detail team for a Lead Detailer to prepare our vehicles to be front line ready! Previous experience is a plus!

What will you be doing?

• Assist the Detail Manager with daily work flow.
• Maintain supply inventories and monitor the cleaning equipment and machinery for proper operation and maintenance.
• Perform cleaning on vehicles, using cleaning supplies and equipment e.g. brushes, scrapers, vacuums, solutions etc.
• Apply polishes, conditioners, waxes and/or masking materials to preserve, protect, and restore vehicle’s interiors and exteriors.
• Inspect parts, equipment, or vehicles for cleanliness and damage.
• Clean engine and engine compartments.

Who are we looking for?

• Prior detailing experience highly preferred
• Ability to support Manager and lead team.
• Polished and professional
• 18 years of age, or older
• A team player who is focused on providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented
• Ability to drive automatic and manual transmissions
• Valid driver's license in your state of residence with acceptable driving record

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.