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Mobile Car Detailer - Subcontractor (1099) - Puget Sound
Pay: $48,000/yr
Posted: 1 week ago
Location: Tacoma, WA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 6 days ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/1/2026
Job Description
Southern Detail is a rapidly growing mobile car detailing company serving Tacoma, Puyallup, Olympia, Federal Way and surrounding areas in Puget Sound. Ready to level up your detailing career? Join the top-rated team at Southern Detail as an independent subcontractor. We're committed to delivering exceptional detailing services and supporting our detailers with the tools, resources, and positive team environment they need to earn great money, enjoy steady work, and have fun on the job. Visit our website to learn more: www.southern-detail.com Why work for Southern Detail? Paid per job — you know exactly what you're earning on every ticket Keep 100% of your tips We handle all scheduling, job dispatch, and customer booking through our system — you just show up and detail We ensure you have consistent work. Southern Detail services over 100+ cars per month Detailers on average receive 15-20 jobs per month (depending on schedule & availability) We provide chemicals and water when needed on the job
Subcontractor Detailer Responsibilities and Job Duties:
Must have your own vehicle for transportation to job sites Must bring your own equipment: vacuum/extractor, buffer/polisher with pads, and all basic detailing tools & microfiber supplies We supply the booking/scheduling system, and chemicals and water as needed Arrive on time to job site Provide high-quality & professional work Communicate with customers before, during, and after the job to ensure they're satisfied
Detailer Qualifications:
Must have own vehicle, auto insurance, and a valid driver's license Must have own detailing equipment (vacuum/extractor, buffer/polisher & pads, hand tools & microfiber supplies) Minimum 1 year of mobile car detailing experience Must be at least 18 years of age Must have a functional smartphone Not afraid to get your hands dirty and love making customers happy Ability to manage your time well Comfortable interacting with and upselling customers Punctual and communicative with customers Hardworking with a positive attitude and a love of being around cars Comfortable traveling up to 60 minutes to each job site Okay with working outside
Job Type:
1099 Independent Contractor (Subcontractor)
Pay:
$3,000 - $5,000 per month (per-job pay, weekly payout)
Schedule:
Monday to Sunday Weekends as needed Flexible scheduling — we'll work with you
Experience:
Car Detailing:
1 year (Required)
Paint Correction:
1 year (Required)
Interior Stain Extraction:
1 year (Required)
Ceramic Coating:
1 year (Required)
Requirements:
Must have a valid driver's license Must have 1 year of car detailing experience Must have a high school diploma or equivalent Must have own equipment (vacuum/extractor, buffer/polisher & pads, detailing tools) Must have authorization to work in the U.S. Must be able to provide a completed W-9 and carry your own liability insurance (recommended)
Perks:
Keep 100% of your tips Flexible schedule Steady, consistent job flow Opportunities for more jobs as you build a track record Application Question(s): Do you have a good driving record? Do you have a reliable vehicle to commute? Do you own your own detailing equipment (vacuum/extractor, buffer/polisher, hand tools)?
