JOIN OAKLAND COUNTY MICHIGAN'S FASTEST GROWING AND PREMIER AUTO DETAILING AND PROTECTION SHOP
Ascension Automotive (Milford, Michigan) $20 to $23 per hour, plus performance bonuses Monday through Saturday, 9AM to 6PM
We are looking for a skilled, motivated, and passionate detailer to join our growing team. If you take pride in your craft, love working on new and high-end vehicles, and want to grow with a shop on its way to becoming Michigan's #1 auto detailing and protection studio, we would love to hear from you.
ABOUT ASCENSION AUTOMOTIVE
Ascension Automotive is owned and operated by two brothers obsessed with perfection. We specialize in Paint Protection Film, Ceramic Coatings, Paint Correction, Window Tint, and premium detailing. Over the past few years we have protected more than 3,000 vehicles and earned 538+ five-star Google reviews from clients across the state.
We are Oakland County's fastest growing premier auto detailing and protection shop, and our mission is simple: become Michigan's #1 detailing and protection studio. We are building a team of craftspeople who share that vision and who want to be part of a company that is going somewhere real.
Our daily workload is primarily new and high-end vehicles. Brands like Porsche, Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Tesla, Range Rover, GT-R, Lamborghini, Corvette, and loaded luxury trucks. Every vehicle in our shop is treated with the same care and precision, regardless of the price tag.
THE ROLE
As an Ascension Detailer, you are the foundation of every single protection job that leaves our shop. Every paint protection film install, every ceramic coating, and every paint correction starts with the same thing: a properly washed, decontaminated, and inspected surface. That surface is your craft.
This is hands-on, skilled work. It is physical, focused, and rewarding. The right person will see this role as an opportunity to refine their craft, work on incredible vehicles every day, and grow into more advanced services like paint correction and ceramic coating application.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Exterior Wash and Decontamination:
- Foam cannon pre-soak, two-bucket method with grit guards, and dedicated microfiber wash mitts
- Iron remover, tar remover, and full clay bar decontamination on every panel
- Air-blow drying and proper drying technique to prevent water spots, swirl marks, and induced micro-marring
- Full attention to wheels, barrels, fender wells, exhaust tips, and door jambs
Full-Service Interior Detailing:
- Detailed vacuuming, including under seats and inside trunk seams
- Steam cleaning of upholstery, carpets, headliners, and crevices
- Leather cleaning and pH-balanced conditioning
- Plastic and trim dressing with the right matte or satin finish
- Glass cleaned to streak-free under direct light
Ceramic Coating and PPF Prep Support:
- Final-stage decontamination, IPA panel wipe-downs, and panel-by-panel inspection under LED lighting
- Identifying and flagging paint defects, swirls, water spots, and contamination before coating or film application
Paint Correction Skill Development:
- Assist on light single-stage and multi-stage paint correction
- Learn dual-action polishing, pad and compound selection, and panel mapping under direct mentorship from our owners
Workspace and Equipment Care:
- Keep your bay, tools, and chemicals organized and clean
- Wash and fold towels, clean pads, label bottles, and restock supplies
- A dialed-in workspace is part of the craft
Team Communication:
- Provide status updates on every job
- Flag concerns early
- Ask questions and grow your knowledge daily
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Required:
- Minimum 2 years of professional, paid detailing experience at a shop, dealership, or established mobile operation
- Hands-on proficiency with two-bucket wash, clay bar decontamination, full interior detailing, and IPA wipe-downs
- Working knowledge of paint correction, with dual-action polisher experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail. You actually see the water spots, swirl marks, missed crevices, and contamination that others overlook.
- Reliable transportation and ability to commute to Milford, Michigan on a Monday through Saturday schedule
- A coachable mindset. You take feedback well, apply it quickly, and want to keep getting better.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred (you will stand out):
- Experience prepping vehicles for ceramic coating
- Familiarity with brands like Gtechniq, CarPro, Koch Chemie, P&S, or Gyeon
- Photos of your previous work
- References from a previous shop or detailing employer
THIS ROLE IS A GREAT FIT IF YOU
- Take real pride in your work and want it to show in every vehicle you touch
- Love seeing the difference your hands make on a car
- Are excited about working on new and high-end vehicles every day
- Want to grow into more advanced services like paint correction and ceramic coating application
- Value being part of a tight-knit, ambitious team building something special
- Are committed, reliable, and ready to put in honest work
- Want to be part of a shop with real momentum and a real vision
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive Pay:
- $20 to $23 per hour base pay, well above Michigan's detailer average of $14.10 per hour
- Performance bonuses tied to quality output, milestones, and skill development. The better you get, the more you earn.
A Premium Working Environment:
- All chemicals, tools, and PPE provided. Show up ready to work.
- Climate-controlled, properly lit shop with dedicated bays. No working on driveways. No flickering fluorescent lights.
- Primarily new and high-end vehicles. Exotics, luxury, and loaded daily drivers come through our doors every week.
Real Mentorship and Skill Development:
- Direct mentorship from owners who do the work themselves and genuinely care about your growth
- Hands-on training in paint correction and ceramic coating application
- A real opportunity to develop into a more skilled and higher-paid technician within the shop
A Team With A Vision:
- Be part of building Oakland County's premier shop into Michigan's #1 detailing and protection studio
- Work in a culture that values quality, pride, and continuous improvement
- A small, ambitious team where your contribution is seen and valued every day
YOUR GROWTH WITHIN ASCENSION
This is not a dead-end role. As you build skill and earn trust, your responsibilities and pay grow with you.
Phase 1: Detail Specialist. Master Ascension's wash, decontamination, and interior standard. Build trust through reliability and quality output.
Phase 2: Senior Detailer. Take ownership of all coating and protection prep work. Begin developing machine polishing skills under direct mentorship.
Phase 3: Coating and Correction Technician. Move into supervised paint correction and ceramic coating application. Your pay grows with your skill.
Phase 4: Lead Detail Technician. Operate autonomously on coatings, paint correction, and high-level detail work. Help train newer team members and become a long-term cornerstone of the shop.
Growth here is earned through performance, not handed out by the calendar. If you put in the work, the opportunity is real.
OUR HIRING PROCESS
- Application Review. Submit your resume, a brief detailing background, and ideally photos of your work.
- Phone Screen (15 minutes). A quick fit conversation about your experience and what you are looking for.
- In-Shop Working Interview. Visit the shop, meet the team, and detail a vehicle so we can see your hands, habits, and attitude in action.
- Offer and 90-Day Review. Written offer with a formal 90-day performance review and pay confirmation.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply directly through Indeed, or email us at with:
- Your resume
- A short summary of where you have detailed, what services you have performed, and roughly how many vehicles per week you handled
- Photos of your work, even one or two. This alone puts you ahead of most applicants.
We are reviewing applications immediately and looking to fill this position quickly. If this sounds like the kind of shop you have been looking for, do not wait to apply.
ASCENSION AUTOMOTIVE.
Started by Two brothers obsessed with perfection. 3,000+ vehicles protected. 540+ five-star Google reviews. No shortcuts. No rushed installs. No compromises
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- At Ascension, we have specific processes and quality standards that may differ from what you've done before. Tell us about a time you had to unlearn an old habit or adapt to a new way of doing something at work. What happened?
- Describe a time you made a mistake on a vehicle (a swirl, a missed spot, anything). How did you handle it and what did you learn?
- If you have experience with ceramic coating vehicles, please describe your process briefly from the initial prep detail to the application of the coating.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Automotive Detailing: 2 years (Required)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Milford, MI 48381 (Required)
Work Location: In person
