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Automotive Detailer

DriveTime


Job Location:

Fontana, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 1 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Whats Under the Hood

DriveTime Family of Brands is the largest privately owned used car sales finance & servicing company in the nation. Headquartered in Tempe Arizona and Dallas Texas we create opportunities and improve the lives of our customers and our employees by placing a focus on putting the right customer in the right vehicle on the right terms and on their path to ownership.

You can find DriveTimes tire tracks across the nation with dealerships where we embrace a transparent pricing approach eliminating haggling and gimmicks and reconditioning centers where we breathe new life into pre-owned vehicles. Regardless of where youre located if youve got DRIVE and youre looking to make an impact wed love for you to make a difference with us!

Thats Nice But Whats the Job

Whats under the hood:

Headquartered in Tempe Arizona DriveTime is the largest privately owned used car sales and finance company in the country. With more than 145 dealerships 3 operations centers and 16 reconditioning centers across the nation our 4000 employees are focused on getting the right customer in the right car at the right terms. With over 25 years of industry experience and our dedication to streamlining the purchase process were redefining what it means to buy and finance a used car.

Thats Nice But Whats the Job

DriveTime is immediately hiring Automotive Detailers!

In short the Detailer is responsible for tracking and monitoring the maintenance of DriveTime vehicles and making them look clean and neat!

In long our Detail Associates are responsible for:

  • Stock in vehicles when they arrive from auction.

  • Prepare and move vehicles around the Reconditioning Center for distribution to retail.

  • Detail vehicles Wash and buff minor paint touch-up vacuum interior and clean any other additional surfaces.

  • Using cleaning protective and restorative agents to maintain and enhance the appearance of vehicles.

  • Perform inspections and keep complete accurate records of the vehicles condition.

  • Identifying and completing repairs effectively the first time to minimize re-work and delays in production.

  • Work in ways that decrease possibility of injury to yourself or other team members in the shop due to spills or other preventable hazardous conditions.

  • Working with Reconditioning Center Management to repair or reject inventory based on estimated cost of repairs and/or the overall quality of the vehicle.

So What About the Perks Perks matter.

  • Pay $17.00 an hour

  • Earn and Learn.Through our Earn and Learn program you hold the keys to your own development and money in your pocket! Through this program your hourly pay increases as you progress through our on-the-job training and certification.

  • Medical Dental and Vision.For qualifying employees DriveTime will pay the entire premium!

  • Tuition Reimbursement.We encourage growth and development not only in your career with us but also your formal education.

  • Work/Life Balance.This teams enjoys a M-F Friday schedule and are typically done by 2:30pm!

  • 11 days of PTO 6 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.Because who doesnt love time off

  • Benefitslike 401(k) company paid life insurance short and long-term disability.

  • No customers.You do what you do best fix cars and work as a team.

  • Growth opportunities. DriveTime takes a lot of pride in promoting from within. Over 80% of our current leadership has developed internally.

So Whats in our Candidate Inspection

  • Top of the line communicator.Ability to talk and write with confidence charisma and competence for a wide variety of audiences including management.

  • ListenersNot HearersSeek to understand do not hear to reply.

  • A mind for the details.Okay we know detail-oriented is on about every job description but we really mean it!

  • Plays well with others.You will be working in a high-functioning team environment. We work together in order to win together.

  • Timely.Being fashionably late is great outside the job but on the job youll need to adhere to regular and predictable attendance.

The Specifics.

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

  • Valid drivers license and insurable DMV required.

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

Anything Else Absolutely.

And when it comes to hiring we dont just look for the right person for the job we seek out the right person for DriveTime. Buckle up for plenty of opportunities to grow in a professional fun and high-energy environment!

DriveTime was awarded Top Companies to Work for in AZ by for our great culture and one of the Best Places to Work in IT as awarded by PBJ. Essentially we offer a creative transparent and fun environment since well we work here too. DriveTime was also voted the Fastest-Growing Private Companies by Inc 5000 and we arent slowing down anytime soon!

Must be able to communicate in English to ensure effective performance of the position in a safety-sensitive/technical environment.

So What About the Perks Perks matter

  • Medical dental and vision oh my! DriveTime Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top-tier healthcare coverage.
  • But Wait Theres More. 401(K) Company paid life insurance policy short and long-term disability coverage to name a few.
  • Growth Opportunities. You grow I grow we all grow! But seriously DriveTime Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1000 employees promoted year over year.
  • Tuition Reimbursement. Were as passionate about your professional development as you are. With that well put our money where our mouth is.
  • Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self-guided coaching and journeys cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!
  • Gratitude is Green. We offer competitive pay across the organization because well money matters!
  • Learn and Earn Program. Increase your earning potential as you become a master inventory associate.
  • No Customers. No worries. Just do what you love. Repair cars.
  • Consistent Work Schedule. We are strong believers in work/life balance. Were closed on Sundays to give our employees valued time with family and friends.
  • No Weekends No Problems. Take it easy on the weekends (the only exception is during our peak season when business is booming).
  • Paid Time Off.Not just lip service: we work hard to play hard! Paid time off includes (for all full-time roles) wellness days holidays and good ole fashioned YOU time! For our Part-timers dont fear you get some time time is available - the more you work the more you earn!

Anything Else Absolutely.

DriveTime Family of Brands is Great Place to Work Certified! And get this: 90% of our rockstar employees say they feel right at home here. We could spend a lot of time having you read about ALL our awards but well save time (and practice some humility) just naming a few others; Comparably Awards: Best Company for Diversity Best Company Culture and Best Company Leadership oh and dont forget Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employers (okay well stop there)!

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug-free tobacco-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.


And when it comes to hiring we dont just look for the right person for the job we seek out the right person for DriveTime. Buckle up for plenty of opportunities to grow in a professional fun and high-energy environment!

This is a safety sensitive position.


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DriveTime is not your typical auto retailer. We’re bringing a fresh and fun perspective to the pre-owned car buying experience, and we want you to come along for the ride. You can find us at the intersection of technology and innovation as we use our proprietary tools and over two dec ... View more

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