Vehicle Detailer

Job Summary: Entry-Level Opportunity & Training This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to get started in the automotive industry. No previous detailing experience is required; candidate's primary function will be Service vehicle washes. In addition to washing vehicles in our Service Department, this individual will receive hands-on training in the proper techniques for detailing both new and pre-owned vehicles. Training will include learning the standards, processes, and attention to detail necessary to prepare vehicles for delivery and retail presentation. We are looking for someone who is dependable, eager to learn, takes pride in their work, and is interested in developing valuable automotive detailing skills. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn are essential for success in this role. The role of VehicleDetailer is responsible for new vehicle and pre-owned vehicle preparation in terms of appearance conditioning. He/She prepares vehicles for sale and delivery by washing, vacuuming, and restoring interior, exterior, and under-hood cosmetics. The Detailer's work is a restorative art form that brings the vehicle to a peak aesthetic condition. In addition to base-level conditioning, our Detailers buff, wax, shampoo, & apply fabric protection. The Detailer is also responsible to informally inspect vehicles for defective parts and/or accessories and to drive vehicles (automatic and standard transmission) in and around the lot, as well as to nearby aftermarket shops for specialized work. He/She may be required to replace minor/superficial parts and accessories, tighten or adjust loose parts, and/or provide minute touch-up when directed to do so. The ideal Detailer candidate will have an unrestricted driver's license, clean driving record, a general mechanical aptitude, detailing experience, and a strong work ethic. Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Duties and Responsibilities: The following is a representative list of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position: Wash and condition vehicles, to include tires. wheels, under-carriage, and under-hood components Vacuum, shampoo, and apply fabric/leather/carpeting conditioners Wax, polish, buff, recondition exterior Manage, order, and re-stock detailing supplies Document all work activities as required Ferry vehicles in/around lot and to/from local aftermarket shops for specialty work such as leather repairs, glass replacement, etc. Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety standards Perform other duties as assigned Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting: Remaining in the seated position Stand: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about Walking: Moving about on foot Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) 50-75 lbs. Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Includes slapping, striking, kicking, and treadle actions) Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or running on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces, or maintaining body equilibrium when performing gymnastic feats Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift automobile gears Fingering: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or to the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear Tasting/Smelling: Distinguishing, with a degree of accuracy, differences or similarities in intensity or quality of flavors or odors, or recognizing particular flavors or odors using tongue or nose Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are Visual Accommodation: Adjustment of lens of eye to bring an object into sharp focus. This factor is required when doing near point work at varying distances from the eye Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors Field of Vision: Observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point Environmental Conditions: Weather Moving mechanical parts Non-Climate controlled conditions Wet and/or humid conditions High, exposed places Noise Vibration We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment withoutregard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protectedveteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jenkins Mazda