Vintage Car Detailer

Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY The Vintage Car Detailer is responsible for maintaining the appearance, preservation, and condition of a collection of classic, antique, and collector vehicles. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, a passion for automotive history, and hands-on experience caring for vintage automobiles. The Detailer works to ensure vehicles are maintained to museum-quality standards for display, events, and special appearances while protecting original finishes, interiors, and historically significant components. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Vehicle Detailing & Preservation Clean, detail, and preserve antique, classic, muscle, and collector vehicles. Wash, polish, wax, and protect vehicle exteriors using appropriate products and techniques. Clean and condition leather, vinyl, fabric, chrome, wood, and specialty interior materials. Maintain show-ready vehicle presentation standards. Safely operate detailing equipment and tools. Inspect, clean, and maintain detailing tools and equipment; follow product instructions and established requirements for protective equipment, chemical labeling, storage, and disposal; and report defective equipment or unsafe conditions. Apply protective coatings and preservation treatments as appropriate. Identify and report cosmetic concerns, deterioration, or damage. Collection Maintenance Assist with moving, positioning, and staging vehicles for exhibits and events. Monitor vehicle condition and maintain appearance records. Support inventory management of detailing supplies and equipment. Ensure proper storage and environmental controls are maintained. General Support Assist with light maintenance and upkeep of museum spaces. Support special events, tours, and vehicle showcases. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 5-10+ years of detailing experience. Experience working with antique, classic, luxury, or collector vehicles. Knowledge of paint correction, polishing, and vehicle preservation techniques. Mechanical aptitude and basic vehicle maintenance knowledge. Experience in museum, restoration, or collector automotive environments. OTHER: This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana, in accordance with Company policy and applicable laws. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check evaluated against job-related criteria, in accordance with Company policy and applicable laws. Valid driver's license and ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. The position requires workdays of 8 to 12 hours or longer, as scheduled, and occasional weekend work based on operational and event needs. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently stands, walks, bends, kneels, reaches, and uses hands and arms to clean, detail, and care for vehicles and related display areas. The role requires the ability to safely enter and exit vintage vehicles, work around fragile or historically significant materials, and move carefully within exhibit, storage, and collection spaces. The employee must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as needed and remain attentive to vehicle condition, visitor safety, and preservation standards. The position may require extended periods of standing, detailed handwork, and occasional work from low or awkward positions while cleaning interiors, wheels, chrome, undercarriage areas, or display surfaces. Work must be performed with care to protect vehicles, artifacts, finishes, and museum property. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environ…

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