Part-Time Detail Technician I (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Cox Automotive is seeking a detail shop associate to clean and prepare vehicles for sale in a fast-paced environment. You will inspect, clean, and detail both interiors and exteriors according to Auction standards and customer specifications.

The role requires the ability to drive and operate basic workshop equipment, with part-time, on-site hours and a pay range of USD 13.70 to 20.53 per hour. Join a team focused on quality, safety, and timely vehicle readiness.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of auto detailing preferred
• Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles
• Safe driver with valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Clean vehicles' interiors by removing debris from ashtrays, consoles, dashboards and seats
• Wash vehicles using high-pressure washer or car wash equipment; clean engine compartment and battery terminals
• Detail and buff exteriors and interiors; apply cleaners and wax; use buffers as needed
• Vacuum, shampoo and spot-clean carpets and upholstery; straighten seatbelts
• Load and stage vehicles, assist with safe movement on site and support for sale days as needed
• Follow safety procedures and participate in safety activities

Skills

Safe driving

Ability to lift

Job description

Job Description

This position ensures that vehicles sent to the Detail Shop are cleaned and detailed to sale condition according to customer specifications and Auction standards by inspecting vehicles and work areas upon completion of reconditioning work.

• Clean out and de-trash interior of vehicles by removing any debris and trash from ashtrays, console, dashboard, door panels, seats, etc., as well as trunk and engine compartment.
• Remove license plates and stickers, as well as any writing from windows, except pertinent to Auction business. Disassemble spare tires in trunk.
• Wash vehicles using a high-pressure washer or automatic car wash equipment. Apply chemicals, power-wash the engine compartment and clean battery terminals.
• Clean doorjambs, sills, interior panels, wheels, tires, hub caps/wheel covers, wheel wells, moldings, bumpers, head- and taillights, spare tire , exterior panels, trunk, hood, and interior and exterior windows. Detail vehicles by cleaning and dressing trim, molding, weather stripping, instrument panel, steering wheel, dash molding, etc. with detail brushes.
• Buff vehicles by applying dressing to engine compartment, wheels, wheel wells and tires, vinyl tops, etc. Apply compound, cleaner and/or polish to vehicles interior, and buff out using a rotary buffer (or by hand as necessary). Wax and buff exterior and all painted surfaces of vehicles using a hand-type buffer.
• Vacuum interior, scrub, shampoo and spot clean carpet and upholstery. Straighten seatbelts.
• Clean glove box making sure that warranty booklet, owner's manual and other manufacturer issued information is returned.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor, including driving vehicle into building and to proper clean car staging area, occasional sale day driving.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Generally, less than 2 years' experience in a related field
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required
• Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles.
• You must be able to stoop, bend, kneel, squat, and lean for extended periods.

Preferred

• Basic knowledge of auto detailing, paint application processes, and associated repair procedures (preferred but not required).

Part-Time Work Schedule

• Monday and Tuesday 9AM-5PM, Wednesday 9AM-7PM, Thursday 8AM-4PM and Friday off
• Monday off, Tuesday 9AM-5PM, Wednesday 9AM-7PM, Thursday 8AM-4PM, Friday 9AM-2PM

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.

Benefits

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

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

EOE, including disability/vets