PORTER​/DETAILER

Job Details

Job Location:

Thompsons Toyota - Placerville, CA 95667 Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Job Category:
Service

The Vehicle Detailer is responsible for the thorough cleaning, polishing, and presentation of both new andused vehicles. This position plays a critical role in maintaining high standards for vehicle appearance and supporting a positive customer experience by ensuring vehicles are showroom-ready, properly reconditioned,and meticulously prepared for customer delivery.

• Detail both new and used vehicles, ensuring showroom-quality presentation at all times.
• Remove transportation protection film (TPF) and clean new vehicles upon arrival.
• Inspect new vehicle arrivals and report any transportation damage to the appropriate manager.
• Complete vehicle delivery washes or touch-ups for sold units, ensuring they meet customer expectations.
• Fuel vehicles as needed for display, test drives, and customer delivery.
• Wash, wax, and polish exteriors by hand or with polishing/buffing tools.
• Vacuum, shampoo, and deep clean vehicle interiors including carpets, seats, and hard surfaces.
• Apply protective treatments to fabric, leather, paint, and glass.
• Clean and dress tires, wheels, and exterior trim.
• Conduct light scratch removal, buffing, and polishing to restore finish quality.
• Perform final quality control inspections to confirm all standards are met.
• Report any damages or reconditioning needs discovered during the detailing process.
• Maintain cleanliness of the detail bay and keep detailing supplies stocked.
• Assist with lot organization, photo prep, and staging when requested.
• Comply with all safety procedures and guidelines when using chemicals or equipment.

• Detail-Oriented:
  Strong eye for cleanliness, polish, and presentation.
• Time Management:
  Ability to complete multiple vehicles per day while maintaining quality.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Skilled with polishers, buffers, vacuums, and detailing chemicals.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with reconditioning, sales, and service teams.
• Communication:
  Clearly report any vehicle concerns or transport damage.
• Physical Endurance:
  Capable of working in a physically active role, both indoors and outdoors.

• Mobility:
  Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
• Lifting:
  Regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Environment:
  Work in varying conditions including indoor bays and outdoor lots.
• Manual Dexterity:
  Operate detailing tools and materials effectively and safely.

• Integrity:
  Maintain high standards and trust in handling vehicles and supplies.
• Accountability:
  Ensure each vehicle is completed to dealership standards.
• Servant’s Attitude:
  Support sales and service departments with timely, quality detailing.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Open to training, feedback, and learning new techniques.
• Teamwork:
  Collaborate with fellow team members to meet deadlines and goals.
• Fun:
  Contribute to a positive team atmosphere with enthusiasm and pride in your work.

Experience:

Prior detailing experience preferred, but not required—training provided.

License:
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.