Detail Technician

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Anchorage, AK | Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac | Multi-brand dealership | Detail Technician | Flat Rate | Veterans encouraged to apply | $18 - $24/hr flat rate | No prior automotive industry experience required!

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

At Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac of Anchorage, every vehicle that leaves our lot is a reflection of our standard. The Detail Technician is the person who makes that standard visible - and on a flat-rate plan, the faster and cleaner you work, the more you earn.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform thorough interior and exterior detail work on new, used, and service vehicles - washing, vacuuming, polishing, and protecting to dealership standards

• Prepare vehicles for guest delivery - ensuring every car is clean, presentable, and ready to make a strong first impression

• Apply paint protection, fabric protection, and aftermarket appearance products as directed

• Inspect vehicles for cosmetic issues - scratches, stains, and odors - and address or escalate appropriately

• Operate detail equipment including pressure washers, buffers, vacuums, and steam cleaners safely and effectively

• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe detail bay and work area at all times

• Coordinate with service advisors, porters, and sales staff to prioritize vehicle readiness and meet delivery timelines

• Work efficiently on a flat-rate structure - your speed, quality, and throughput directly determine your earnings

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Previous detail or automotive experience preferred - dealership detailing experience a strong plus

• Motivated candidates without formal experience are welcome - if you take pride in your work and move with urgency, we'll build the rest

• A high personal standard for quality - you notice what others miss and won't put your name on work that isn't right

• Self-directed and productive - flat rate rewards speed and consistency, and you need both

• Physically capable of standing, bending, and working on your feet throughout the shift in varying Alaska conditions

• Comfortable operating detail equipment safely and effectively

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

• A team-first mindset - vehicle readiness touches every department, and everyone notices when it runs well

WHAT WE OFFER

• $20.00 - $25.00 per flat-rate hour - your efficiency and quality directly drive your earnings

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• On-the-job training for candidates without prior detail experience

• Real career path - motivated detail techs grow into porter, service support, parts, and advisor roles at Swickard

• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

• A stable, team-oriented work environment where your output is visible and your effort is valued

WHY CHEVROLET BUICK GMC CADILLAC OF ANCHORAGE

• Four GM brands under one roof - strong, consistent vehicle volume means steady flat-rate opportunity every day

• Flat-rate detail pay rewards the people who work with speed, care, and consistency - the harder you work, the more you earn

• Anchorage is a close-knit professional community where reliability and quality build a reputation that follows you

• Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country - ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry

• A store where entry-level doesn't mean overlooked - we develop from within and promote people who show up and take pride in their craft

• Our HEART values - Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank - apply to every role on the team, not just the ones facing guests

Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac of Anchorage runs a busy, multi-brand operation with consistent vehicle flow and a team that respects the people who take their craft seriously. We invest in the detail operation because we know what a well-detailed vehicle means to a guest - and to our reputation.

If you take pride in your work, move with purpose, and want a role where your effort directly drives your income - we'd like to meet you.

Salary Description


$18-$24/hour