Automotive Detailer
Don "K" Whitefish Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Chevrolet Subaru, Whitefish, MT, United States
Come find your forever career. We are a LOCALLY owned, family-operated company that has been in operation since 1990. We proudly offer employee discounts, a full package of benefits, and a wonderful work environment! If you're tired of working for a corporate store, we would love to show you how much better your work life can be.
Have an opportunity to live in one of the best places in the world! Downhill or Cross-country Ski, snowmobile or snowboard in the winter. We have Whitefish Mountain Resort in our town! You can be on a chairlift 20 minutes from the dealership! Hike, camp, fish, kayak, boat on the lakes, or Visit Glacier National Park in the summer. We are only 20 minutes from the west entrance of the park! We boast about world class big game hunting as well. We truly live in an outdoor wonderland!
It's small town living around here, but we do have normal amenities and services that are nice to have. People are friendly and there is very little traffic you'll have to deal with. Our life is a little slower paced, but we still do have Walmart, Target, Costco, and most other chain stores in Kalispell 12 minutes from the dealership.
If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, we want to hear from you! Come join our family of team members; take part in this promising career path and have the chance to serve our customers.
Don "K" Detailer
Position Summary
The Don "K" Detailer is responsible for performing high-quality cleaning, restoration, and finishing of new, used, and customer vehicles. This role ensures all vehicles meet dealership, manufacturer, and customer standards for appearance and cleanliness. The detailer works closely with service, sales, and reconditioning teams to prepare vehicles efficiently while maintaining strict safety and quality guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Vehicle Cleaning & Detailing
Perform complete interior and exterior detailing on all types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and SUVs. Conduct thorough interior cleaning: vacuuming, carpet extraction, shampooing seats, cleaning/dressing plastics, cleaning windows, removing stains and odors.
Execute exterior services: washing, drying, waxing, polishing, buffing, clay bar treatments, tar and bug removal, wheel cleaning, and tire dressing.
Prepare vehicles for sale, delivery, service pickup, showroom display, and special events.
Reconditioning & Appearance Restoration
Identify paint imperfections and perform light corrective procedures such as buffing, light scratch removal, swirl correction, and polishing. See body Shop manager before any buffing or scratch removal.
Apply protective coatings, sealants, and dealership-approved paint or fabric protection products.
Conduct engine bay cleaning and dressing when requested.
Report any vehicle damage or cosmetic defects to management immediately.
Operational Support
Move vehicles between service lanes, detail bays, photo areas, and lot locations safely and efficiently.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of the detail bay, equipment, and chemical storage areas.
Follow all dealership, OSHA, and manufacturer guidelines regarding equipment use, chemical handling, and safety protocols.
Assist with reconditioning workflow, including staging, tagging, and documenting completed work.
Customer Service & Team Collaboration
Communicate with service advisors, and managers regarding vehicle readiness and detail quality.
Assist with customer vehicle deliveries by ensuring vehicles meet final inspection standards.
Maintain a customer-focused attitude and uphold Don "K" professionalism at all times.
Work Environment & Schedule
Typically indoors, occasionally outdoors depending on lot work and vehicle movement.
Exposure to chemicals, cleaning agents, and noise (proper PPE required).
Full-time schedule.
Performance Metrics
Quality of completed details (measured through inspections and customer satisfaction).
Efficiency in completing assigned vehicles within expected time frames.
Adherence to safety and organizational standards.
Team collaboration and communication effectiveness.
Wages
$18-$22.50 per hour
Don "K" Guiding Principles
Have a POSITIVE attitude
Take ACCOUNTABILITY for your actions
Take CARE of our customers
Take BETTER CARE of our team members
Be HONEST
Be PASSIONATE
Work TOGETHER as a Team
CONSISTENTLY put in your BEST EFFORT
Have an opportunity to live in one of the best places in the world! Downhill or Cross-country Ski, snowmobile or snowboard in the winter. We have Whitefish Mountain Resort in our town! You can be on a chairlift 20 minutes from the dealership! Hike, camp, fish, kayak, boat on the lakes, or Visit Glacier National Park in the summer. We are only 20 minutes from the west entrance of the park! We boast about world class big game hunting as well. We truly live in an outdoor wonderland!
It's small town living around here, but we do have normal amenities and services that are nice to have. People are friendly and there is very little traffic you'll have to deal with. Our life is a little slower paced, but we still do have Walmart, Target, Costco, and most other chain stores in Kalispell 12 minutes from the dealership.
If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, we want to hear from you! Come join our family of team members; take part in this promising career path and have the chance to serve our customers.
Don "K" Detailer
Position Summary
The Don "K" Detailer is responsible for performing high-quality cleaning, restoration, and finishing of new, used, and customer vehicles. This role ensures all vehicles meet dealership, manufacturer, and customer standards for appearance and cleanliness. The detailer works closely with service, sales, and reconditioning teams to prepare vehicles efficiently while maintaining strict safety and quality guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Vehicle Cleaning & Detailing
Perform complete interior and exterior detailing on all types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and SUVs. Conduct thorough interior cleaning: vacuuming, carpet extraction, shampooing seats, cleaning/dressing plastics, cleaning windows, removing stains and odors.
Execute exterior services: washing, drying, waxing, polishing, buffing, clay bar treatments, tar and bug removal, wheel cleaning, and tire dressing.
Prepare vehicles for sale, delivery, service pickup, showroom display, and special events.
Reconditioning & Appearance Restoration
Identify paint imperfections and perform light corrective procedures such as buffing, light scratch removal, swirl correction, and polishing. See body Shop manager before any buffing or scratch removal.
Apply protective coatings, sealants, and dealership-approved paint or fabric protection products.
Conduct engine bay cleaning and dressing when requested.
Report any vehicle damage or cosmetic defects to management immediately.
Operational Support
Move vehicles between service lanes, detail bays, photo areas, and lot locations safely and efficiently.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of the detail bay, equipment, and chemical storage areas.
Follow all dealership, OSHA, and manufacturer guidelines regarding equipment use, chemical handling, and safety protocols.
Assist with reconditioning workflow, including staging, tagging, and documenting completed work.
Customer Service & Team Collaboration
Communicate with service advisors, and managers regarding vehicle readiness and detail quality.
Assist with customer vehicle deliveries by ensuring vehicles meet final inspection standards.
Maintain a customer-focused attitude and uphold Don "K" professionalism at all times.
Work Environment & Schedule
Typically indoors, occasionally outdoors depending on lot work and vehicle movement.
Exposure to chemicals, cleaning agents, and noise (proper PPE required).
Full-time schedule.
Performance Metrics
Quality of completed details (measured through inspections and customer satisfaction).
Efficiency in completing assigned vehicles within expected time frames.
Adherence to safety and organizational standards.
Team collaboration and communication effectiveness.
Wages
$18-$22.50 per hour
Don "K" Guiding Principles
Have a POSITIVE attitude
Take ACCOUNTABILITY for your actions
Take CARE of our customers
Take BETTER CARE of our team members
Be HONEST
Be PASSIONATE
Work TOGETHER as a Team
CONSISTENTLY put in your BEST EFFORT