Detail Technician

About the Role

Join Buick GMC Cadillac of Thousand Oaks as a Detail Technician and uphold our high standards for vehicle presentation. This entry-level, flat-rate position offers a stable role at a well-established dealership with a clear career path. No prior experience is required, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• 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 during the detail process—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 throughout every shift.
• Coordinate with service advisors, sales staff, and porters to prioritize vehicle readiness and meet delivery timelines.
• Work efficiently on a flat-rate structure—your throughput, quality, and consistency directly drive your earnings.

Requirements

• No prior detailing experience required; previous cleaning, detailing, car wash, or fleet service experience is a plus.
• A high personal standard for quality—you notice what others miss and take pride in the result.
• Self-directed and productive—flat-rate rewards speed and consistency, and you bring both.
• Comfortable operating detail equipment safely and effectively.
• Physically capable of standing, bending, and working on your feet throughout the shift.
• Reliable and punctual—vehicle readiness impacts every department, and the store notices when it runs well.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• A team-first mindset—your output supports the entire operation.

Benefits

• $17 - $19/hr flat rate—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.
• Clear career path—motivated detail techs grow into porter, service support, parts, and advisor roles.
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts.
• A stable, team-oriented environment at one of Thousand Oaks’ most established multi-brand dealerships.

Why Join Us

• Three iconic American brands (Buick, GMC, Cadillac) under one roof—consistent vehicle volume means steady flat-rate detail work every day.
• Thousand Oaks is a strong, family-oriented community with a loyal guest base—your quality work builds a lasting reputation.
• Flat-rate detail pay rewards speed, care, and consistency—the harder and smarter you work, the more you earn.
• Swickard Auto Group is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country, ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry.
• Our HEART values—Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank—apply to every role, not just those facing guests.
• A team environment where your effort is visible and your contributions to the store’s presentation standard are genuinely valued.