Detail Technician

Detail Technician

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.