Full-Time

Automotive Detailer

DriveTime

DriveTime

1,001-5,000 employees

Pre-owned car retailer using proprietary tech

No salary listed

Sanford, FL, USA

In Person

Category
Automotive Service & Repair

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Requirements
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with a variety of audiences, including management.
  • Ability to listen actively and seek to understand.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Regular and predictable attendance is required.
  • A High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record verified through the Department of Motor Vehicles are required.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Successful completion of a background check and drug screen is required.
Responsibilities
  • Stock in vehicles when they arrive from auction.
  • Prepare and move vehicles around the Reconditioning Center for distribution to retail.
  • Detail vehicles by washing and buffing, performing minor paint touch-ups, vacuuming interiors, and cleaning additional surfaces.
  • Use cleaning, protective, and restorative agents to maintain and enhance vehicle appearance.
  • Perform inspections and maintain complete, accurate records of vehicle condition.
  • Identify and complete repairs effectively the first time to minimize rework and production delays.
  • Work safely to reduce the possibility of injury from spills and other preventable hazardous conditions.
  • Work with Reconditioning Center Management to repair or reject inventory based on estimated repair costs and the overall quality of the vehicle.

DriveTime is a national pre-owned car retailer that connects buyers with reliable used vehicles and a full suite of services. What it does: it helps customers purchase, finance, and protect pre-owned cars, using its nationwide network and proprietary technology to streamline the buying process. How its product works: customers browse and select from a catalog of certified pre-owned vehicles; DriveTime applies its proprietary tools to assess eligibility and approve financing, then offers financing options and protection plans as part of the sale. How it differs from competitors: it combines over twenty years of industry experience with exclusive software tools to speed up approvals, tailor vehicle matches to customers, and simplify the purchase, financing, and protection experience in one place. What the goal is: to improve the lives of customers and communities by expanding access to affordable, reliable vehicles and growing its footprint across new territories.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Phoenix, Arizona

Founded

2002

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What believers are saying

  • KBRA upgraded 2026 notes after timely payments and stronger credit enhancement.
  • First-quarter 2026 revenue rose 19.37% to $1.16 billion, with $23.56 million profit.
  • June 2026 showed $4.71 billion outstanding securitizations, proving investor appetite remains open.

What critics are saying

  • CFPB’s DriveTime order still haunts collections, credit reporting, and compliance operations.
  • March 2026 TRA liability reached $2.2 billion, draining cash to related parties.
  • If securitization markets close, DriveTime’s $1.5 billion warehouse stack faces immediate pressure.

What makes DriveTime unique

  • DriveTime pairs used-car retail with Bridgecrest financing and loan servicing at scale.
  • GoFi’s 2026 hiring page says it is AI-centric and cloud-based.
  • KBRA said DriveTime has over 30 years of subprime servicing experience.

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Benefits

Company matched 401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Leadership development programs

Regular team building events

Onsite networking events with senior leadership

Medical, dental, & vision coverage

Generous paid time off package

Company-paid life insurance and optional disability plans

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Pet Insurance

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