Reconditioning Technician

Puklichvalleycity; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Puklich Chevrolet in Bismarck, ND is seeking a detail-oriented automotive detailer responsible for cleaning and refurbishing new and used vehicles, preparing them for delivery, and ensuring compliance with dealer standards and time allowances.

Duties include washing exteriors, cleaning interiors, applying protective treatments, fueling vehicles, and maintaining showroom and stock cars in pristine condition. The role emphasizes safety, punctuality, and teamwork with a positive dealership image.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or training.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Valid Driver's License
• Good Driving Record

Responsibilities

• Washes vehicle exterior, cleans interior and exterior windows, and wipes down doorjambs.
• Vacuums interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris.
• Cleans upholstery, rugs, and other surfaces, using appropriate cleaning agents, applicators, and cleaning devices.
• Applies revitalizers and preservation agents to interior vinyl or leather surfaces and treats fabrics with spot- and stain-resistant chemicals.
• Cleans engine and engine compartment with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents.
• Restores appearance of engine area, rugs and upholstery, and painted surfaces. Uses touch-up paint, dyes, and other appropriate materials.
• Uses proper eye, hand, and body protection when using products that require protection.
• Fills vehicle with fuel.
• Applies dressing on tires and tire wells.
• Maintains showroom and stock vehicles in clean and presentable condition at all times.
• Ensures proper stickers are displayed in the vehicle's window.
• Removes all window stickers on sold vehicles.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
• Maintains professional appearance.
• Keeps current on all training requirements; such as GM training, Compliance training and other training as assigned by manager.
• Sets a good example by maintaining a healthy work demeanor and cooperating with other managers and fellow employees in a positive spirit of teamwork. Represents Puklich Chevrolet positively when out in the community.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Basic math

Written communication

Safety awareness

Job description

SUMMARY

Cleans and refurbishes new and used automobiles. Prepares new and used vehicles for delivery to customer. Conforms to dealership and/or manufacturer specifications and time allowances.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Washes vehicle exterior, cleans interior and exterior windows, and wipes down doorjambs.
• Vacuums interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris.
• Cleans upholstery, rugs, and other surfaces, using appropriate cleaning agents, applicators, and cleaning devices.
• Applies revitalizers and preservation agents to interior vinyl or leather surfaces and treats fabrics with spot- and stain-resistant chemicals.
• Cleans engine and engine compartment with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents.
• Restores appearance of engine area, rugs and upholstery, and painted surfaces. Uses touch-up paint, dyes, and other appropriate materials.
• Uses proper eye, hand, and body protection when using products that require protection.
• Fills vehicle with fuel.
• Applies dressing on tires and tire wells.
• Maintains showroom and stock vehicles in clean and presentable condition at all times.
• Ensures proper stickers are displayed in the vehicle's window.
• Removes all window stickers on sold vehicles.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
• Maintains professional appearance.
• Keeps current on all training requirements; such as GM training, Compliance training and other training as assigned by manager.
• Sets a good example by maintaining a healthy work demeanor and cooperating with other managers and fellow employees in a positive spirit of teamwork. Represents Puklich Chevrolet positively when out in the community.

MARGINAL DUTIES

Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

No prior experience or training.

• LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.

• REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Driver's License
• Good Driving Record