Detail Technician at Swickard Auto Group in Thousand Oaks, CA

Apply Job Type Full-time Description 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. Salary Description $17 - $19/hour flat-rate