Part Time Detail Technician I (Manheim)

Cox Automotive Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 22,647 - 33,916; Part time

Job summary

Cox Automotive Inc. in Honolulu is seeking a part-time vehicle detailing associate with potential to move to full-time. Training is provided, and shift hours run from 10am to 2pm.

You will clean interiors and exteriors, wash vehicles, apply detailing products, and assist with prep for auctions. A valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 20 pounds are required. The role offers competitive hourly pay with potential incentives and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Experience in auto detailing is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Clean out and trash interior of vehicles and remove debris.
• Wash vehicles using high-pressure washer or car wash equipment; clean engine compartment.
• Buff and detail vehicles, dress trim and exterior surfaces.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safety conscious

Job description

This is a part-time position with the possibility of full-time employment, with on-the-job training provided. Shift schedule is 10am-2pm.

USD 16.44 - 24.62 per hour

Job Responsibilities

• 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.
• Active participation in all staff activities.

Qualifications

Minimum-

• Generally, less than 2 years' experience in a related field
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required

Preferred-

• Basic knowledge of auto detailing, paint application processes, and associated repair procedures (preferred but not required).
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Vision abilities required to include close, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment-

• Frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions. Occasional exposure to outdoor weather, moving mechanical parts, electrical shock hazard, fumes, dust and odors. Moderate noise level.

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $16.44 - $24.62/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