The Role
Clean, refurbish, and maintain new and used vehicles to dealership/manufacturer standards. Tasks include exterior washing, waxing, interior vacuuming and cleaning, engine steam-cleaning, upholstery treatment, touch-up painting, replacing small parts, maintaining showroom condition, and following safety procedures when using chemicals and equipment.
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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
- Ability to perform essential duties of vehicle detailing (washing, vacuuming, cleaning, waxing, engine cleaning, upholstery treatment)
- Able to operate detailing tools and equipment safely and follow manufacturer recommendations for cleaning products
- Willingness to work both inside and outside, including wet conditions
- Use of appropriate personal protective equipment when handling chemicals
- Education: high school diploma/GED preferred but not required; acceptable with short related experience or vocational certificate
- Ability to inspect vehicles for defects and perform minor touch-up paint and small part replacement
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The Company
What We Do
Modesto Toyota is a Toyota dealership located in Modesto, California, serving the Central Valley, including Stockton, Merced, Lodi, and Tracy. The company provides new and pre-owned Toyota vehicles, trucks, and SUVs, along with parts, accessories, and expert automotive service and repair. They have been providing these services to their community for over 45 years.
