Detail Technician

Detail Technician

Thousand Oaks, CA | Buick GMC Cadillac | Iconic American brands | Flat-rate | No experience required | Career path | Veterans encouraged to apply | $17 - $19/hr flat rate

Is this you?

You take pride in your work and hold yourself to a high standard -- you won't put your name on something that isn't right

You're reliable, hardworking, and ready to build speed and consistency in a flat-rate environment where your hustle shows up in your paycheck

You're looking for a stable entry-level role at a well-established dealership with a genuine path to grow

Who we are

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 Buick GMC Cadillac of Thousand Oaks, every vehicle we deliver to a guest reflects our standard -- and the Detail Technician is the person who makes that standard real. Whether it's a Cadillac headed to a loyal luxury buyer or a GMC truck being returned after service, the presentation has to be right every time.

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 during the detail process -- scratches, stains, and odors -- addressing or escalating 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 throughout every shift

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

Work efficiently on a flat-rate structure -- your throughput, quality, and consistency directly drive your earnings

What we're looking for

No prior detailing experience required -- previous cleaning, detailing, car wash, or fleet service experience is a strong plus

A high personal standard for quality -- you notice what others miss and take pride in the result

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

Comfortable operating detail equipment safely and effectively

Physically capable of standing, bending, and working on your feet throughout the shift

Reliable and punctual -- vehicle readiness touches every department and the whole store notices when it runs well

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

A team-first mindset -- your output supports the entire operation

What we offer

$17 - $19/hr flat rate -- 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

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

Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

A stable, team-oriented environment at one of Thousand Oaks' most established multi-brand dealerships

Why Buick GMC Cadillac of Thousand Oaks

Three iconic American brands under one roof -- consistent vehicle volume across Buick, GMC, and Cadillac means steady flat-rate detail work every day

Thousand Oaks is a strong, family-oriented community with a loyal guest base -- a store where showing up and doing quality work builds a reputation that lasts

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

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

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

A team environment where your effort is visible and your contributions to the store's presentation standard are genuinely valued

Buick GMC Cadillac of Thousand Oaks runs a high-volume operation with consistent vehicle flow across three strong American brands. The Detail Technician who brings experience, a high standard, and the work ethic to back it up will find steady flat-rate earnings and a genuine path to grow from here.

If you have the detailing experience, the eye for quality, and the drive to earn on your output -- we'd like to meet you.