Experienced Mobile Detailer (Fort Collins area)

Location: Fort Collins, CO

Company: ZZ Details LLC

Job Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time (Weekends Preferred)

Pay: $28–$35/hour depending on experience and efficiency

ABOUT THE ROLE

ZZ Details is a mid-volume, premium mobile detailing company looking for experienced detailing professionals in the Fort Collins area.

This is not an entry-level position and not a training role.

We provide consistent booked work — your job is to deliver high-level detailing results and represent the brand professionally.

All work is performed on-site at the client’s home or workplace.

Detailers are paid hourly with a capped structure that typically equates to $28–$35/hour depending on experience, efficiency, and job completion times.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

  • Interior & exterior detailing at client locations
  • Paint polishing, wax application, stain removal & pet hair removal
  • Using professional-grade tools (polishers, extractors, pressure systems)
  • Representing ZZ Details with professionalism and consistency
  • Working independently from a daily route schedule

REQUIREMENTS (PLEASE READ)

  • 2–3+ years of professional auto detailing experience (shop or mobile)
  • Comfortable with machine polishing and advanced interior detailing
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel between job sites
  • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
  • Professional appearance and strong customer communication skills
  • Physically able to work 6–8 hours per day on your feet
  • Weekend availability preferred

PREFERRED (NOT REQUIRED)

  • Own professional detailing equipment (polisher, extractor, tools)
  • Experience with luxury or high-end vehicles
  • Ceramic coating experience or certification

Technicians who bring their own professional equipment may earn higher rates.

SCHEDULE OPTIONS

  • Full-Time: 40–80 hrs/week
  • Part-Time: 15–30 hrs/week
  • Flexible scheduling with consistent demand

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid training

Work Location: On the road

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