Carvana is Hiring Cosmetic Associates

About the team and position

As an Auto Body Painter you will have the opportunity to work at one of our Inspection Centers while being responsible for blending two-stage base coat, painting, and glossing vehicles for paint during our reconditioning process. The qualifying candidate must love helping people and possess the drive to achieve superior customer satisfaction. They must be goal-oriented, enthusiastic, energetic, and self-motivated, with the ability to interact and communicate with all levels of the organization.

What you'll be doing

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Blending base coat for a color match for two-stage paint application.
• Correct fish eyes as they appear in the paint.
• Use water-based paint to paint and gloss the vehicle inside our paint booths.
• Complete touch-up, airbrush, headlight, interior, wheel, and/or rim repair.
• Concisely and collaboratively communicate with the Cosmetic team if additional work on a vehicle is needed.
• Follow proper operating rules, procedures, and standardized work initiatives as assigned.
• Work on a variety of vehicle tasks for extended periods of time.
• Partner and provide clear communication with other team members and departments involved in the vehicle reconditioning process
• Maintain a clean and productive work environment by organizing tools and supplies throughout the Cosmetic department.
• Report any safety issues or accidents to management immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements include:

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Minimum 1 year of paint, body experience, or collision repair education.
• A valid driver's license.
• A positive, can-do attitude with a desire to work in a team setting.
• Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools.
• A quality-first mentality that takes pride in upholding Carvana's vehicle quality standards.
• Strong, consistent attention to detail.
• Moderate understanding of vehicle mechanical repair.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to review, analyze, identify problems, and make decisions.
• An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold).
• Strong communication skills to engage with all departments at the Inspection Center.

• Competitive hourly wages (NO FLAT RATE)
• 104 hours of PTO
• On-the-job training
• 100% company-paid healthcare premiums for employees
• Excellent schedules that allow for work/life balance
• 401k with company match
• ASE and tool reimbursement programs
• Vehicle discount
• A company culture of growth, with a start-up atmosphere, allowing for varied and rapid career development
• A leadership team that listens and is geared toward teammate engagement

• iCAR certifications
• Experience working in the auto body industry or in a lean manufacturing environment
• Experience painting and glossing vehicles
• Experience working for a fast-paced hyper-growth company

The Cosmetic Associate III, Cosmetic, Paint, will report to the Line Lead, Cosmetic, and will be a full-time hourly position. No travel is required.

To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Must have a valid driver's license
• This job position is designated as a safety-sensitive position
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently the majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights other lifting required from various levels
• Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet
• Requires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance
• Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity
• Requires use of safety equipment that may include but is not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
• Requires frequent driving and computer data entry
• Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance

Of course, we'll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.