Automotive Detailer

Why work for CarShop US-Penske Automotive Group?

We offer a culture built on core values where we want only the best for our customers and our associates! Paid vacations, 401k, and health benefits are part of our compensation package. CarShop US has been named to the prestigious 2024 Glassdoor Best Places To Work List and has also won a Top Workplace award from Philly.com and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette for the last ten consecutive years. CarShop is part of Penske Automotive Group, a Fortune 500 company. CarShop is an equal opportunity employer.

What is the position we are searching for?

Automotive Detailer-Chester Springs, PA:

Are you experienced in detailing vehicles in a fast paced environment? Do you pay close attention to detail, yet enjoy meeting production goals? If you are a team-oriented person who appreciates quality work and is ready to join a company with an outstanding culture then you have found the right position as an automotive detailer at CarShop US-A Penske automotive company.

What will you do?

The Detailer is responsible for ensuring that the cosmetic quality of all vehicles meets the CarShop standard of excellence. He/She will conduct preparation for delivery of each vehicle at the direction of the Detail Manager, and in accordance with the approved processes of the Detail Department. The successful candidate will keep all equipment and tools in good working order. When maintenance or repairs are necessary, he/she will report the issue to the Detail Manager. The successful candidate strives to exceed the agreed personal performance goals and embraces and models the company culture and values.

What skills do you bring?
• A minimum of 2+ years of previous detailing experience in a fast paced dealership.
• He/She demonstrates the ability to establish priorities, problem solve, and complete tasks in a timely manner with a great attention to detail.
• The Detailer is personable -- a team player and demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively.
• The successful candidate will exemplify integrity, strive for self-improvement, and have an open-minded, "can-do" attitude.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, drug testing, and hold a valid driver's license with a good driving history.

Competencies

• Highly productive
• Good communication skills
• Good customer services skills
• Ability to perform basic math
• Ability to understand and follow work rules and procedure
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Ability to interact well with others
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Works well in a team environment
• Able to work well with a diverse group of people

Supervisory Responsibility
No

Physical Demands/Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Heavy Work- high physical demand level, best described as lifting, puling or pushing up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 50 pounds frequently, or 20 pounds constantly as required to move objects.
This position requires the ability to stand, sit, crawl, climb, stoop, kneel, reach, grasp.
This position requires the ability to talk and hear.
This position involves repetitive motion.
This position works in a covered area but will also work outside and could experience heat and cold, hazards and noise.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Standard Business Hours with ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent; and six month or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent; one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous detailing experience is preferred.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications (Certification/Licenses/Registrations)
Valid driver's license