Detail Technician at Swickard Auto Group in Anchorage, AK

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Anchorage, AK | Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac | Multi-brand dealership | Detail Technician | Flat Rate | Veterans encouraged to apply | $18 - $24/hr flat rate | No prior automotive industry experience required! 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 Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac of Anchorage, every vehicle that leaves our lot is a reflection of our standard. The Detail Technician is the person who makes that standard visible -- and on a flat-rate plan, the faster and cleaner you work, the more you earn. 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 -- 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 at all times • Coordinate with service advisors, porters, and sales staff to prioritize vehicle readiness and meet delivery timelines • Work efficiently on a flat-rate structure -- your speed, quality, and throughput directly determine your earnings WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR • Previous detail or automotive experience preferred -- dealership detailing experience a strong plus • Motivated candidates without formal experience are welcome -- if you take pride in your work and move with urgency, we'll build the rest • A high personal standard for quality -- you notice what others miss and won't put your name on work that isn't right • Self-directed and productive -- flat rate rewards speed and consistency, and you need both • Physically capable of standing, bending, and working on your feet throughout the shift in varying Alaska conditions • Comfortable operating detail equipment safely and effectively • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record • A team-first mindset -- vehicle readiness touches every department, and everyone notices when it runs well WHAT WE OFFER • $20.00 - $25.00 per flat-rate hour -- 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 • On-the-job training for candidates without prior detail experience • Real career path -- motivated detail techs grow into porter, service support, parts, and advisor roles at Swickard • Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts • A stable, team-oriented work environment where your output is visible and your effort is valued WHY CHEVROLET BUICK GMC CADILLAC OF ANCHORAGE • Four GM brands under one roof -- strong, consistent vehicle volume means steady flat-rate opportunity every day • Flat-rate detail pay rewards the people who work with speed, care, and consistency -- the harder you work, the more you earn • Anchorage is a close-knit professional community where reliability and quality build a reputation that follows you • Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry • A store where entry-level doesn't mean overlooked -- we develop from within and promote people who show up and take pride in their craft • Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- apply to every role on the team, not just the ones facing guests Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac of Anchorage runs a busy, multi-brand operation with consistent vehicle flow and a team that respects the people who take their craft seriously. We invest in the detail operation because we know what a well-detailed vehicle means to a guest -- and to our reputation. If you take pride in your work, move with purpose, and want a role where your effort directly drives your income -- we'd like to meet you. Salary Description $18-$24/hour