Detail Technician Job Anchorage area,Alaska USA,Automotive

Detail Technician

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.