Detail Technician

Thousand Oaks, CA | Buick GMC Cadillac | Iconic American brands | Detail Technician | Flat-rate | No experience required | Career path | Southern California | Veterans encouraged to apply | $17 - $19/hr flat rate

IS THIS YOU?

• You take pride in your work and hold yourself to a high standard -- you won't put your name on something that isn't right

• You're reliable, hardworking, and ready to build speed and consistency in a flat-rate environment where your hustle shows up in your paycheck

• You're looking for a stable entry-level role at a well-established dealership with a genuine path to grow

WHO WE ARE

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 Buick GMC Cadillac of Thousand Oaks, every vehicle we deliver to a guest reflects our standard -- and the Detail Technician is the person who makes that standard real. Whether it's a Cadillac headed to a loyal luxury buyer or a GMC truck being returned after service, the presentation has to be right every time.

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 during the detail process -- scratches, stains, and odors -- addressing or escalating 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

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• No prior detailing experience required -- previous cleaning, detailing, car wash, or fleet service experience is a strong 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 touches every department and the whole 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

WHAT WE OFFER

• $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 at Swickard 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 BUICK GMC CADILLAC OF THOUSAND OAKS

• Three iconic American brands under one roof -- consistent vehicle volume across Buick, GMC, and Cadillac means steady flat-rate detail work every day

• Thousand Oaks is a strong, family-oriented community with a loyal guest base -- a store where showing up and doing quality work builds a reputation that lasts

• Flat-rate detail pay rewards the people who work with speed, care, and consistency -- the harder and smarter you work, the more you earn

• Swickard 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 on the team, not just the ones facing guests

• A team environment where your effort is visible and your contributions to the store's presentation standard are genuinely valued

Buick GMC Cadillac of Thousand Oaks runs a high-volume operation with consistent vehicle flow across three strong American brands. The Detail Technician who brings experience, a high standard, and the work ethic to back it up will find steady flat-rate earnings and a genuine path to grow from here.

If you have the detailing experience, the eye for quality, and the drive to earn on your output -- we'd like to meet you.