Automotive Detailer & Inventory Photographer (Entry-Level - Training Provided)

Lithia & Driveway • Troy, MI • 1h ago

Dealership:L0423 Suburban Exotics

Automotive Detailer & Inventory Photographer

Starting at $20.00 per Hour | Training Provided

Love cars? Join the Suburban Exotics team.

Suburban Exotics is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented team member to join our team as an Automotive Detailer & Inventory Photographer. This position is primarily focused on detailing and preparing luxury and exotic vehicles for sale, delivery, display, and special events.

In addition to detailing responsibilities, you'll photograph inventory, create online vehicle listings, and help maintain the presentation of our dealership inventory.

No professional detailing experience is required-we'll train the right candidate. An interest in automotive photography, vehicle presentation, or luxury vehicles is a plus.

This position reports directly to the General Manager.

What You'll Do

Vehicle Detailing & Preparation

The majority of this role involves preparing vehicles to meet the high presentation standards expected at Suburban Exotics.

Interior Detailing

Clean carpets, mats, glass, vents, trim, and headliners

Clean and condition leather surfaces

Ensure vehicles are showroom-ready inside and out

Exterior Detailing

Clean wheels, wheel wells, door jambs, trunk/hatch jambs, and fuel doors

Detail engine bays and exhaust tips

Perform clay bar treatments and iron removal processes

Assist with paint correction, buffing, and polishing (training available)

Vehicle Inspection & Inventory Management

Inspect newly delivered vehicles for transportation damage

Inspect used vehicles for cosmetic damage and document findings

Print and install Buyers Guides, pricing sheets, and vehicle hang tags

Create key tags for new and pre-owned inventory

Laminate and install new vehicle window stickers

Inventory vehicle accessories and organize storage

Label EV chargers and battery maintainers with stock numbers

Start outside inventory vehicles weekly to maintain battery health

Refuel vehicles as needed

Retrieve, stage, and move vehicles throughout dealership property

Inventory Photography & Online Merchandising

Photograph new and used inventory following manufacturer and dealership standards

Create vehicle descriptions and upload inventory to the dealership website

Capture high-quality photos that accurately represent each vehicle

Complete quarterly inventory audits using Stock Pulse

Photograph VINs and inventory vehicles as required

Maintain consistency and quality across all online listings

Dealership & Event Support

Assist with dealership events, vehicle launches, and car shows

Support events at M1 Concourse and other automotive venues

Prepare vehicles for display with dealer plates and promotional materials

Deliver paperwork and keys to body shop partners

Maintain lot organization and cleanliness

Salt and shovel sidewalks during winter months

Remove snow from inventory vehicles as needed

Important

This position is primarily an automotive detailing role. Candidates should be comfortable spending a significant portion of their day cleaning, preparing, moving, and maintaining vehicle appearance. Photography and inventory merchandising are important responsibilities but are secondary to vehicle detailing and presentation.

What We're Looking For

Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

High attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship

Willingness to learn professional detailing techniques

Interest in automotive photography preferred

Comfortable using smartphones, cameras, and basic computer applications

Positive attitude and team-first mindset

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Compensation

Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour

Training provided

Opportunity to learn advanced detailing and paint correction techniques

Career growth opportunities within Lithia & Driveway

Benefits

We offer best-in-class industry benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Physical Requirements

Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach throughout the workday

Frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds

Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

Regularly enter, exit, and move vehicles throughout dealership property

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

High School graduate or equivalent required. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. We are a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.

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