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Auto Detailer / Reconditioning Specialist

Auto detailers perform thorough interior and exterior cleaning, polishing, waxing, and protective coating applications on vehicles for dealerships, rental agencies, and private clients. Florida's extreme UV exposure and road conditions create high demand for ceramic coating and paint protection film (PPF) services, with premium detailers in South Florida and Tampa Bay charging $1,000-$5,000+ per vehicle.

FL Median Salary
$33,000
Entry Salary
$24,000
Experienced
$58,000
FL Growth
N/A

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: No state license; IDA (International Detailing Association) certification valued; PPF and ceramic coating manufacturer certifications for specialty work

Career Path

  1. Car Washer/Bather → Detailer → Senior Detailer → Detail Manager → Mobile Business Owner

Top Florida Employers

AutoNation dealershipsCarMaxDriveTimeHertz/Enterprise (rental reconditioning)Independent detail shopsMobile detailing businesses

Related Programs

  • Auto Detailing Certificate
  • IDA Certification Prep
  • PPF Installation Training
  • Paint Correction Certificate
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