Automotive Detailer

With AWC you get AMAZING benefits, to work with WONDERFUL people and we PROMOTE from within!

Auto Warehousing (AWC) has been family-owned and operated for more than 50 years and is North America's leader in finished vehicle logistics.

Our mission is to service customer vehicles safely, efficiently, with quality and pride. Our Associates are the reason for our success, and developing their talent remains critical to our future.

This position offers an amazing benefits package including PPO Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription coverage, holiday / vacation pay and a wonderful family atmosphere.

We are hiring an Automotive Detailer for at our Portland Oregon location.

Day shift hours are Monday through Friday 7 AM to 3 : 30 PM. You must have a valid drivers license be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

If this sounds like the position for you please apply on our company website Under our Portland location at www.autowc.com

Essential Duties

• Coordinate defective parts with designated party
• Drive vehicles to designated areas
• Follow all safety guidelines and attend safety meetings
• Hand wash vehicles (as needed)
• Installing front bumper protection
• Keep Leads, Managers, and others informed of any significant issues
• Load right hand drive vehicles through the car wash.
• Log processed work into computer program or tracking system as required
• Meet or exceed established production and quality standards
• Operating cardboard compactor
• Performing duties associated with old age vehicles.
• Performs job in a safe manner
• Remove and replace wrap guard
• This position may also place non installed accessories in vehicles.
• Visually verifies that vehicle is damage free
• Work as part of a team
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend meetings as required
• Communicate problems to Lead or Supervisor
• Daily clean up
• Keep tools maintained and secure
• Notify supervisor of any workplace hazards or unsafe conditions
• Participate in facility safety efforts by attending monthly safety meetings, report accidents and injuries on appropriate forms, and communicates the procedure to all appropriate customers / vendors and AWC personnel
• Read, understand, and utilize VIN numbers, repair orders, purchase orders, purge sheets, and other documents to complete work
• Understand policies, including but not limited to company safety policies
• Upkeep and maintenance of work area
• Work with limited supervision
• Other duties assigned

General Description

This position executes light labor including but not limited to cleanliness of vehicles, operating cardboard compactor, throw-in accessories, and various duties as assigned

Minimum Tools Needed

• Keys, pens, pencils, various tools
• Computers, scanners, and computer systems
• PPE provided, including but not limited to ergonomic protection, hearing protection, back support, safety glasses, and gloves (impact and no impact)

Working Conditions

Work is performed in groups / teams both inside and outside

Chemicals Involved With

• Alkaline Batteries
• Anti-freeze
• Brake fluid
• Citrus-based cleaners
• Isopropyl Alcohol
• Motor Oil
• Petroleum / gas
• Refrigerant
• Tranny oil
• Various adhesives
• Various cleaning supplies
• Windshield washer fluid

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to adhere to strict production and quality standards without variance
• Ability to communicate diplomatically
• Ability to function effectively under pressure
• Ability to interact with others effectively; work as a team; good interpersonal skills
• Ability to judge distances
• Ability to keep confidential any work documents seen or conversations heard during performance of job duties
• Ability to pass driver's safety test at 80% or better
• Ability to read and understand MSDS
• Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to write, read, and comprehend basic English
• Able to drive both standard and automatic automobiles
• Able to lift 40 pounds
• Basic computer skills
• Follow directions, both written and verbal
• Good visual ability
• Mechanical aptitude
• Positively represent AWC
• Strong attention to detail
• Understand Company and Customer requirements
• Valid driver's license

Auto Warehousing Company, including its subsidiaries, is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.

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