The Role
The position involves cleaning and refurbishing vehicles, including washing, vacuuming, and applying cleaning agents to maintain autos according to specifications.
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Description
Position Purpose:
Cleans and refurbishes new and used automobiles. Conforms to dealership and/or manufacturer specifications and time allowances.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Washes vehicle exterior, cleans interior and exterior windows and wipes down door jambs.
- Applies wax to auto body, and wipes or buffs surface.
- Vacuum the interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris.
- Cleans upholstery, rugs and other surfaces, using appropriate cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
- Applies revitalizers and preservation agents to interior vinyl or leather surfaces and treats fabrics with spot- and stain-resistant chemicals.
- Cleans engine and engine compartment with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents.
- Applies special-purpose cleaners to remove foreign materials which normal cleaning procedures do not remove, utilizing experience and judgment and following product manufacturer's recommendations.
- Inspects vehicles for noticeable defects, such as dents, scratches, torn upholstery and poor mechanical operation.
- Restores the appearance of the engine area, rugs and upholstery and painted surfaces. Uses touch-up paint, dyes and other appropriate materials.
- Uses proper eye, hand and body protection when using products that require protection.
- Fills vehicles with fuel.
- Applies dressing on tires and tire wells.
- Replaces missing or defective small parts.
- Maintains showroom and stock vehicles in clean and presentable condition at all times.
- Ensures proper stickers are displayed in the vehicle's window.
- Removes all window stickers on sold vehicles.
- Keeps work area neat and clean.
- Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
- Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Requirements
Education and/or Experience
- No prior experience or training.
- Less than high school education; or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience3
Qualifications:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions:
- Detail department is both operated inside and outside on the dealer’s car lot.
- Conditions can be wet.
- Detail chemicals are frequently used and appropriate safety equipment is supplied by the dealer.
Skills Required
- No prior experience or training
- Less than high school education or equivalent
- High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience
- One year certificate from college or technical school
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The Company
What We Do
Price Family Dealerships have been proudly serving communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area since 1976. With 30 franchise dealerships and 20 brands to choose from, Price Family Dealerships is the first choice in Northern California.







