Car / Vehicle Valeter
Car / Vehicle valeters clean and prepare the inside and outside of vehicles to a high standard. They use specialist cleaning products and equipment to wash, polish and protect surfaces, leaving vehicles ready for sale, hire or return to their owners.
Day-to-day tasks
In this role you could:
- Wash vehicle exteriors to remove dirt and mud
- Clean wheels, windows, mirrors and door handles
- Vacuum and shampoo seats and carpets
- Clean dashboards, interior surfaces and trims
- Apply waxes, polishes and protective finishes
- Use pressure washers, vacuum cleaners and polishing equipment
- Handle cleaning chemicals safely and follow health and safety procedures
- Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies
- Collect and deliver vehicles where required
Skills & knowledge
You'll need:
- Attention to detail and a thorough approach
- The ability to work well with your hands
- Time management and organisational skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Customer service and communication skills
- The stamina to carry out practical cleaning tasks
- An understanding of how to use cleaning products and equipment safely
- A willingness to learn different cleaning and finishing techniques
Industry Qualifications
There are no set formal qualifications required to become a vehicle valeter, and employers may provide practical training. A driving licence may be required for roles involving moving or delivering vehicles.
For information about industry training and career development, visit the Institute of the Motor Industry and the British Institute of Cleaning Science.