Senior Auto Detailer: Lead, Paint Correction & Quality

Xcite Automotive; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and eye

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Xcite Automotive is seeking an Automotive Senior Detailer for our partner dealers in Jacksonville, FL. You will lead interior and exterior detailing, mentor junior staff, and ensure every vehicle meets high quality standards in a fast-paced dealership setting.

The role requires 2+ years of detailing experience, strong buffing/polishing skills, and the ability to manage production-driven tasks while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional automotive detailing experience.
• Strong buffing, polishing and paint correction skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
• Physical labor and standing for long periods required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Comfort with operating both 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

Detailing

Buffing

Polishing

Paint correction

Attention to detail

Manual/automatic vehicles

Job description

Xcite Automotive is seeking an Automotive Senior Detailer for our partner dealers in Jacksonville, FL. You will lead interior and exterior detailing, mentor junior staff, and ensure every vehicle meets high quality standards in a fast-paced dealership setting.

The role requires 2+ years of detailing experience, strong buffing/polishing skills, and the ability to manage production-driven tasks while maintaining safety and quality.