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.
