Automotive Detailer

Automotive Detailer - Acura of Highland Park

Acura of Highland Park, part of the Murgado Automotive Group, is hiring an Automotive Detailer to help keep our new and pre-owned vehicles clean, polished, and ready for customers. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in hands-on work, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys working around vehicles in a fast-paced dealership environment.

Job Details:

Location: Libertyville, IL | Job Type: Full-time | Pay: Competitive hourly wage based on experience, plus performance incentives

As an Automotive Detailer, you will clean and recondition vehicle interiors and exteriors to dealership standards. You will wash, vacuum, polish, inspect, and prepare vehicles so every customer receives a clean, professional, showroom-ready experience.

What You'll Do:

Wash, dry, vacuum, and detail vehicle interiors and exteriors.

Buff, wax, polish, and apply protective finishes as needed.

Clean windows, mirrors, wheels, tires, carpets, seats, upholstery, and other vehicle surfaces.

Inspect completed work to ensure vehicles meet dealership quality standards.

Identify and report vehicle damage or needed repairs to the service team.

Safely move vehicles around the dealership lot and service areas when needed.

Maintain a clean, organized detailing area and properly care for tools, products, and equipment.

Work as part of a team to keep vehicles ready for sales, service, and customer delivery.

What We're Looking For:

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Automotive detailing, car wash, lot attendant, porter, or related experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right person.

Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work.

Ability to work independently and with a team in a busy dealership environment.

Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Ability to safely operate cleaning tools, detailing equipment, and dealership vehicles.

Reliable attendance, good time management, and a positive attitude.

Benefits and Perks:

Competitive hourly pay with performance incentives.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) plan with company match.

Paid time off and holidays.

Career growth and training opportunities within the dealership and Murgado Automotive Group.

Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service.

Supportive, team-oriented work environment.

About Acura of Highland Park:

Acura of Highland Park is a premier automotive dealership and proud member of the Murgado Automotive Group. We are committed to quality, exceptional service, and a positive customer experience. Our team values professionalism, teamwork, and doing the job right.

Apply Today:

If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to build your career with a respected dealership, we encourage you to apply for our Automotive Detailer position today.

Acura of Highland Park is an equal opportunity employer.

$20 - $22 an hour

Murgado Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. Murgado Automotive Group does not discriminate in employment on account of race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation/transgender status, age disability, martial/parental status, citizenship status, military status, political affiliation and/or beliefs, pregnancy, order of protection status or other non-merit status.

We are an employer who participates in the E-verify program with the Department of Homeland and Security.

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