Senior Car Valet/ Detailer
SunEnergy1
Stamford, CT
Position Overview
The Senior Car Detailer / Valet is responsible for overseeing and performing high-quality detailing and light maintenance of company and personal vehicles. This position plays a key role in ensuring vehicles are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and presentation. The role combines hands-on detailing expertise with coordination, leadership, and logistics support — including vehicle pick-ups, deliveries, and workflow management.
The ideal candidate is a dependable professional with strong attention to detail, time management, and customer service skills, who can mentor junior staff and maintain operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Detailing & Vehicle Care
Perform full-service interior and exterior detailing of vehicles (washing, waxing, vacuuming, upholstery cleaning, polishing, etc.).
Inspect vehicles for defects, damage, or required repairs and report findings to management.
Apply protective coatings, clean engine compartments, and maintain vehicle presentation to luxury or showroom standards.
Maintain inventory of cleaning products, supplies, and tools, ensuring proper use and storage.
Fleet Coordination & Vehicle Transport
Safely transport vehicles between locations, service facilities, and job sites as assigned.
Manage vehicle scheduling for cleaning, service, and delivery.
Coordinate with team members and leadership to ensure vehicle readiness for customer or executive use.
Maintain vehicle logs, mileage records, and inspection checklists.
Team Leadership & Quality Control
Provide training and guidance to junior detailers or runners.
Monitor quality of detailing work to ensure consistent excellence.
Help establish and maintain standard operating procedures for detailing and vehicle management.
Support management with workflow planning and daily operational priorities.
Facility & Equipment Maintenance
Ensure detailing bays, tools, and equipment are clean, organized, and in working condition.
Identify and report equipment maintenance or replacement needs.
Assist in maintaining compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Qualifications
10+ years of professional luxury vehicle detailing experience
Valid driver's license with clean driving record; comfortable driving various vehicle types (sedans, SUVs, trucks).
Knowledge of detailing chemicals, compounds, and tools (buffers, extractors, vacuums, etc.).
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple vehicles under tight deadlines.
Flexibility to work occasional weekends or extended hours during peak periods.
Preferred Skills
Experience managing small teams or training others.
Familiarity with fleet management software or scheduling tools.
Light mechanical or maintenance experience.
CDL or ability to operate flatbed/box trucks (a plus).