Hybrid Detailer/Lot Porter

Join the Kniesel’s Collision Family!

Company Overview

Kniesel’s Collision is a family-owned and operated business with over 58 years of excellence in the collision repair industry. As the largest family-owned, Sacramento-based collision repair company, we have built our reputation on trust and doing the right thing for our customers, employees, and communities. With 13 locations across the region and certifications from the majority of vehicle manufacturers, we are committed to high-quality repairs, exceptional customer service, and creating opportunities for our employees to grow within the automotive collision repair industry.

We believe in developing our people and creating opportunities for employees who want to build a career in the collision repair industry. If you have a passion for cars, enjoy working with your hands, and are eager to learn, this could be your opportunity to get your foot in the door and begin building a career with Kniesel’s.

Position Available

Automotive Detailer / Lot Porter – Full-Time
Location: Kniesel’s Collision – Specialized, 4011 Sierra College Blvd., Loomis, CA 95650
Pay Range: $18.00 - $20.00/hr. DOE

Position Summary

Kniesel’s Collision is seeking a dependable, motivated, and hardworking Automotive Detailer / Lot Porter to support our collision repair team.
This hybrid position combines vehicle detailing with lot and shop support responsibilities. You’ll help ensure vehicles move efficiently through the repair process, maintain an organized facility, and put the finishing touches on repaired vehicles before they are returned to our customers.

More importantly, we are looking for someone with a genuine passion for cars and an interest in learning the collision repair trade.

For someone looking to turn a passion for cars into a career, this position can be the first step toward Kniesel’s Apprentice Program, providing valuable exposure to our shops, technicians, repair processes, tools, quality standards, and company culture. Someone who demonstrates initiative, reliability, attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a desire to learn may have the opportunity to pursue the next step toward becoming a skilled collision repair professional.

Key Responsibilities

Vehicle Detailing & Delivery Preparation
• Prepare repaired vehicles for customer delivery by thoroughly cleaning and detailing interiors and exteriors, ensuring each vehicle reflects Kniesel’s commitment to quality and WOW Customer Service.
• Help ensure completed vehicles are clean, presentable, and ready for customer delivery.
• Conduct final visual inspections and identify dirt, blemishes, or other concerns requiring attention before delivery.
• Remove protective coverings and assist with final vehicle preparation.

Vehicle Movement & Lot Organization
• Safely move customer and company vehicles throughout the lot and facility.
• Park, stage, and organize vehicles to support an efficient production flow.
• Transport vehicles between repair areas, detail areas, delivery areas, and other designated locations.
• Maintain an orderly lot and keep drive lanes and vehicle staging areas clear.

Shop & Production Support
• Assist technicians, estimators, and management with vehicle movement and other production-support needs.
• As directed, assist repair technicians with basic vehicle preparation activities such as masking, taping, sanding, or other entry-level shop tasks.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and properly care for detailing tools and equipment.
• Monitor detailing supplies and notify management when supplies need to be replenished.
• Assist with light facility cleanup, debris removal, and maintaining a professional shop environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Manager or General Manager.

What We’re Looking For

You do not need to be an experienced collision repair technician to get started. We are looking for the right attitude, work ethic, and desire to learn.

The ideal candidate:
• Has a genuine passion for cars and the automotive industry.
• Is interested in learning how vehicles are repaired and restored following a collision.
• Takes pride in doing quality work and pays attention to the small details.
• Is dependable, punctual, and ready to work.
• Enjoys working with their hands and staying active throughout the day.
• Is willing to learn from experienced collision repair professionals.
• Takes direction well and isn’t afraid to ask questions.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Understands that every role in the repair process contributes to the customer’s experience.
• Prior automotive, detailing, lot porter, mechanical, vocational, or hands-on experience is a plus, but not required.