What are the responsibilities and job description for the Detail/Wash Bay Team Leader position at Dale Howard Auto Center?
Do you love cars and have an eye for perfection? Dale Howard Auto Center of Iowa Falls is looking for a hands-on leader to drive our detail and wash bay team to the next level! Must have a valid driver's license and detail experience is preferred.
Purpose of the Position:
The primary purpose of the Get Ready Team Leader is to provide guidance and direction for the other members of the Get Ready Team. The primary function of the Get Ready Team is to aid the sales and marketing efforts of the dealership through cleaning and refurbishing new and pre-owned vehicles for dealership display and delivery to customers. The efforts of the Get Ready Team are essential in order for the Sales Team to be able to provide a quality experience for our guests in a timely fashion. Cleans and refurbishes new and used automobiles.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
- Leadership Management = Accountability
- Owner of the Get Ready Team Schedule
- Owner of Cleaning & Refurbishing Daily Tasks
- Train New Team Members in All Get Ready Processes
Essential Job Functions:
- Lead and develop the Get Ready Team (reconditioning staff)
- Hire, train and monitor the performance of the Get Ready Team according to proper dealership documented processes
- Set up Get Ready Team members’ work schedules
- Train Get Ready Team on taking photos of inventory ready for retail display
- Review images from photos for quality control purposes
- Train Get Ready Team members in procedures of maintaining the vehicle inventory display (inventory location, alignment, etc.)
- Prepare new and pre-owned vehicles for delivery to customers
- Clean and prepare new and pre-owned inventory for retail display
- Assist the Sales Team in maintaining the vehicle inventory display (inventory location, alignment, etc.)
- Conform to dealership and/or manufacturer specifications and time allowances
Daily Tasks:
- Washes vehicle exterior, cleans interior and exterior windows and wipes down door jambs
- Applies wax to the auto body, and wipes or buffs surface
- Vacuum interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris
- Cleans upholstery, rugs and other surfaces, using appropriate cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices
- Applies revitalizers and preservation agents to interior vinyl or leather surfaces and treats fabrics with spot- and stain-resistant chemicals
- Cleans engine and engine compartment with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents
- Applies special-purpose cleaners to remove foreign materials which normal cleaning procedures do not remove, utilizing experience and judgment and following product manufacturer's recommendations
- Inspects vehicles for noticeable defects, such as dents, scratches, torn upholstery and poor mechanical operation
- Restores appearance of engine area, rugs and upholstery and painted surfaces. Uses touch-up paint, dyes and other appropriate materials
- Uses proper eye, hand and body protection when using products that require protection
- Applies dressing on tires and tire wells
- Maintains showroom and stock vehicles in clean and presentable condition at all times
- Ensures proper stickers are displayed in the vehicle's window
- Follow the documented process to capture images of new and pre-owned vehicles for digital marketing efforts on our websites and other digital properties
- Keep the work area neat and clean
- Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner
- Reports any safety issues immediately to management
- Other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to safely handle the strength demands of the power washer
- Lifting requirements vary but no more than 75 lbs
- Must be able to pass a work required physical
Qualifications:
- No previous experience required.
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record