Automotive Detail Porter / Light Detailer

About the role

McGrath Chevyland in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a reliable and motivated Automotive Detail Porter / Light Detailer to support its busy detail department. This full-time role is essential to maintaining efficient vehicle flow while helping keep daily detail operations running smoothly.

Detail Porters play a key role in the success of the department by assisting with vehicle movement, staging, and supporting the detail team. You'll also gain hands-on experience performing light vehicle detailing while learning proper detailing techniques and processes from experienced team members.

This is an entry-level role designed with career growth in mind. As you build your detailing skills, demonstrate reliability, and learn the department's processes, there are opportunities to advance into a Full Detailer position or develop toward a Detail Advisor role. It's an opportunity to get your foot in the door, gain hands-on automotive experience, and build a long-term career with McGrath.

If you're dependable, hardworking, eager to learn, and looking for more than just your next job, we'd love to meet you.

If you're motivated, dependable, and ready to start a career in automotive detailing with room to advance, join the McGrath Chevyland team. Start as a Detail Porter / Light Detailer, build your skills, and create a path toward your next opportunity within the department.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver vehicles throughout McGrath Chevyland and nearby dealership locations
• Assist with vehicle flow, staging, and organization within the detail department
• Perform light vehicle detailing, including washing, vacuuming, window cleaning, and preparing vehicles for delivery and display
• Learn proper automotive detailing techniques and processes from experienced team members
• Support Detail Technicians with vehicle preparation and department tasks
• Ensure vehicles are handled carefully and moved efficiently throughout the dealership
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Requirements

• Strong work ethic and team-first attitude
• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn and develop automotive detailing skills
• Willingness to assist coworkers and follow direction
• Attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
• Ability to safely operate and move a variety of vehicles
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Benefits

• PTO starting Day 1
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career pathway into Full Detailer or Detail Advisor opportunities
• Hands-on training and opportunities to develop your automotive detailing skills
• Career growth — 97% of promotions come from within
• Supportive, collaborative, and team-oriented culture