Automotive Detailer Role at Clutch - Grow in Auto Ops in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This is an entry-to-mid-level hands-on role at Clutch, a fast-growing Canadian automotive tech startup disrupting the traditional car dealership model. It's a good fit for someone wanting to enter the automotive industry with a structured, growth-oriented company.
Compensation: At CAD $20/hour (~CAD $41,600 annually), the wage is at or slightly below the Ontario average for automotive detailers (typically CAD $17–$23/hour), but the day-one comprehensive benefits package adds meaningful real value, particularly for health and dental coverage.
Career development signals:
- Clutch's startup environment means processes are still being built — contributing to process improvements is a genuine opportunity, not just filler language.
- Skills in detailing, automotive reconditioning, and quality control are transferable to roles in fleet management, dealership operations, or automotive inspection.
- Growth within automotive operations (e.g., reconditioning tech, service advisor) is plausible given Clutch's expansion trajectory.
Green flags: Day-one benefits, transparent pay criteria, inclusive accommodation policy, and a company with a clear mission. Watch for: "overtime based on business needs" suggests variable hours during peak periods, which can affect work-life balance. The role is physical and repetitive — career ceiling may be limited unless you pursue advancement into supervisory or technical roles.
Best suited for someone passionate about cars who wants stable employment with a modern employer while building automotive operations experience.
About Clutch
At Clutch, we are reinventing the way Canadians buy and own cars. We had enough of traditional dealerships that took advantage of customers and knew that we could build an incredible car-buying experience while leaving a positive impact on the communities we serve.
Clutch is looking for a Car Detailer to ensure that all vehicles that progress through our onboarding process are maintained and cleaned to the highest possible standard. Treating every vehicle like it is your own, working well with others, willingness to learn, and having high attention to detail are all essential to succeeding in this role.
About The Role
As a Car Detailer, you will be responsible for maintaining the exterior and interior of all incoming vehicles, ensuring each car meets Clutch's quality standards before entering reconditioning or sales. You will help keep vehicles in showroom condition, while collaborating with other team members to maintain a smooth workflow.
What You'll Do
- Pressure wash and shampoo the exterior of vehicles
- Steam, extract, and vacuum the interior of vehicles
- Polish swirl marks and scratches
- Dress tires and maintain exterior finishes
- Proactively monitor and maintain detailing supplies and tools
- Continuously help improve detailing processes
- Support the team in maintaining a clean and organized work environment
What We're Looking For
- Interest in the automotive industry
- Willingness to learn and develop skills as an automotive detailer
- High attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Team player above all else
- Valid G2 or G driver's license (clean driver's abstract)
- Post-secondary education is an asset
- Able to commit to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, including overtime based on business needs
It'd be great if you have
- Previous automotive detailing experience
- Comfortable driving manual transmission
Why you'll love it at Clutch
- Competitive salary
- Health & dental benefits
- Autonomy & ownership — contribute to processes and help maintain high vehicle quality standards
- Opportunity to grow your skills in automotive operations within a fast-growing company
Employment Type
Existing, Permanent Full-Time
Compensation & Benefits
- Wage: $20.00 per hour
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits plans include healthcare, dental care, vision care, prescriptions, life insurance, and dependent coverage; start from day 1. (Applicable for Permanent Full-Time)
- Pay decisions reflect objective criteria: skills, performance, market benchmarking, responsibilities, and working conditions
Clutch is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email [email protected]
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