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Front Desk Receptionist Jobs in State College at Brakeout Auto Detailing
Receptionist / Sales Representative – Auto Detailing, Ceramic Coating, PPF & Tint
Brakeout Auto | State College, PA | Full-Time | On-Site
ABOUT US
Brakeout Auto is State College’s go-to shop for premium auto detailing, ceramic coating, paint protection film (PPF), and window tinting. We operate out of a physical shop location and a mobile rig, serving customers who take pride in how their vehicles look and how well they’re protected. We’re growing fast and looking for a friendly, driven front desk receptionist to be the face and voice of our shop — welcoming customers, managing our calls, and turning our strong lead flow into booked jobs.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a front desk role where you’re the first person customers meet, hear, and trust. You’ll greet walk-ins, answer and make calls, respond to web and social media leads, and keep the front of house running smoothly. Your income is directly tied to your effort: the more customers you help and jobs you book, the more you earn. There’s no cold calling — our leads come to us. If you’re a people person who’s organized, self-motivated, and hungry to earn, this role has real upside.
COMPENSATION
– Base Pay: $14 per hour
– Commission: 5% on all collected revenue you close, paid out when the customer’s payment is collected. No caps, no tiers.
– Annual Revenue Bonus (based on your own collected revenue): $1,000 at $250,000+ collected; $2,000 at $300,000+; $3,000 at $350,000+; $4,000 at $400,000+; $6,000 at $500,000+ collected.
– OTE (On-Target Earnings): $30,000–$50,000+ per year based on current lead volume
WHAT YOU’LL DO
– Greet and assist walk-in customers in person, creating a welcoming first impression
– Answer and make calls, and respond promptly to Meta/social media leads and online quote requests
– Educate customers on our services (detailing, ceramic coating, PPF, tint) and guide them toward the right package for their needs
– Provide accurate quotes and follow up with prospects to close jobs
– Schedule appointments and coordinate with our shop and mobile teams
– Keep the front desk and reception area organized and running smoothly
– Track your leads and follow-ups to maximize close rate
– Represent the Brakeout Auto brand with enthusiasm and professionalism
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
– Strong communicator, confident and personable on the phone and in person
– Professional, presentable, and comfortable being the face of the shop
– Self-motivated with a competitive, results-driven mindset
– Organized and consistent with follow-up
– Genuine interest in cars and automotive appearance services is a big plus
– Prior sales or front desk experience is helpful but not required. We’ll train the right person.
– Reliable, punctual, and professional
SCHEDULE & LOCATION
– Full-time, on-site position at our State College, PA shop
– Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with a one-hour lunch (40 hours/week)
– You’ll be working from our location, greeting customers and managing calls in person
WHY BRAKEOUT AUTO
– Steady inbound lead flow. You’re not hunting from scratch.
– High average ticket value with opportunity to upsell premium services
– Small, growing team where your contribution is visible and valued
– Real earning potential tied directly to your performance
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, submit your resume along with a brief video introducing yourself. Tell us a little about who you are and why this role interests you. As part of your video, please also read through the following lines as if you were speaking with a real customer:
"Brakeout Auto, this is [your name] — how can I help you today?"
"Awesome, I can definitely help you with that. What kind of car do you have?"
"And is this a daily driver, or more of a weekend or special occasion car?"
"Are you looking for inside, outside, or both?"
"On the outside, is there anything in particular you’re looking to have done? Are you thinking a wash and wax, a full polish and correction, or more of a deep clean with an engine bay detail?"
"How’s the paint looking right now? Any scratches, swirl marks, or dull spots you’ve noticed?"
This doesn’t need to be polished or produced — we just want to get a sense of how you communicate. We review applications on a rolling basis.
Pay: $30,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
Location:
- State College, PA 16803 (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- State College, PA 16803 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- State College, PA 16803: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in State College, PA 16803
Title: Front Desk Receptionist
Company: Brakeout Auto Detailing
Location: State College
