The job in short
Auto body detailing.
Details
- Found
- 23 d ago · posted 2026-09-21
- Location as listed
- Natick, MA, US
- Role
- Automotive / Service Technician
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Are you a highly motivated, detail-focused, and reliable detailer? Are you looking for a collision repair company that values People and Processes while working alongside those with a Passion for auto repair? This is your opportunity; career growth is in your hands! We promote MANY of our detailers into the body shop and paint dept.
If you are tired of the mediocre shop, allow us to take you out of the average and put you into the future of the collision repair business.
Each teammate is a valued part of the repair process. We support each team member with the tools and support needed to succeed: state-of-the-art collision repair equipment and tools and all the training you can handle. You will expand your skills while being paid!
What’s in it for you?
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance options for you and your family (this includes domestic partners)
• $50,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
• 401K plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program includes confidential assistance in the following areas
• Counseling from relationships to stress and substance abuse
• Work/Life benefits, including personal, financial, and legal issues
• Self-Help benefits
• Peak performance coaching
• Lifestyle saving benefits for wellness, shopping, travel
• Personal development and training
• Heath savings account to assist with medical bills
• Paid time off to promote work-life balance
• 8 paid holidays, including Black Friday, and get your Birthday as a floating holiday!
• Growth opportunities within our company
• Paid training including industry certifications, I-Car & OEM
The specific pay rate/salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by several factors including experience, education, specialized certifications from OEMs, and where the job is located.
The Detailer is responsible for cleaning and inspecting the customer's vehicle before and after the repair process. You must be able to identify damage flaws and inspect the vehicle upon completion. Always willing to go above and beyond the customer’s expectations.
Key Responsibilities
• Clean, detail, and prepare customer vehicles for delivery following company quality standards.
• Wash, buff, wax, and polish vehicle exteriors to restore and enhance appearance.
• Polish fresh paintwork and remove minor imperfections to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Remove overspray, compound residue, and other contaminants from vehicle surfaces.
• Vacuum, steam clean, deodorize, sanitize, and dust vehicle interiors.
• Clean body shop residue from interior surfaces, carpets, and floor mats.
• Detail vehicle undercarriages and wheel wells to ensure a complete, showroom-quality presentation.
• Remove light scratches and blemishes from painted surfaces when appropriate.
• Perform final quality inspections to identify cosmetic defects or cleanliness issues before vehicle delivery.
• Notify management of any damage, defects, or concerns identified during the detailing process.
• Maintain detailing equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Follow all company safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Work collaboratively with technicians, painters, and production staff to meet delivery timelines.
• Move vehicles safely in and out of the shop for detailing and assist with relocating vehicles throughout the lot as needed to support efficient shop operations.
• Consistently provide a level of workmanship that exceeds customer expectations.
Qualifications
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Previous automotive detailing experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Automotive interest and a desire to build a career within the collision repair industry.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to stoop, bend, squat, kneel and pull
• Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping to complete or inspect repairs
• Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 80lbs)
• Manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate equipment
• Performing repetitive motions
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
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