1st Shift Automotive Painter $7,500 Sign-On Bonus!

CarMax; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

CarMax in Fremont, CA is hiring a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II to ensure vehicles meet paint and cosmetic standards. You will perform advanced paint application, color matching, and minor repairs, while supporting reconditioning duties and maintaining safety and quality.

The role emphasizes precision, teamwork, and efficiency to deliver high-quality cars to customers. The position requires reading and recording data accurately, lifting up to 50 lbs, and adhering to CarMax paint standards and

Qualifications

• Proficient in color discernment and paint application techniques.
• Ability to perform paint applications and minor repairs (sanding/grinding).
• Read and record data accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow CarMax paint standards and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete paint applications with color matching and finishing.
• Execute minor repairs such as sanding and grinding.
• Maintain paint preparation standards to meet CarMax quality guidelines.
• Collaborate on problem-solving and continuous improvement with the team.
• Follow standardized work processes and EH&S requirements.
• Keep equipment in safe, optimal condition and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Paint application

Color matching

Sanding & grinding

Safety compliance

Communication

Physical strength

Job description

6071 - Fremont - 44100 Christy Street, Fremont, California, 94538

CarMax, the way your career should be!

Now offering a $7,500 Sign-On Bonus.

Only candidates external to CarMax who are hired will qualify to receive the sign on bonus

Position Overview

As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax’s paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position involves performing advanced paint application, minor repairs, sanding, grinding, and paint preparation. You’ll also support related reconditioning duties as needed, contributing to a team that values precision, quality, and efficiency. At CarMax, your expertise helps deliver vehicles that meet CarMax standards—creating an exceptional experience for every customer.

Why CarMax?

At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform complete paint applications, including color matching and mixing for a quality finish
• Execute minor repairs such as sanding and grinding to restore vehicle surfaces
• Maintain paint preparation standards to ensure vehicles meet CarMax quality guidelines
• Collaborate in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives with your team
• Follow standardized work processes and maintain compliance with CarMax Paint Standards
• Keep all equipment and tools in optimal condition, ensuring safety and efficiency
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of CarMax New Associate Orientation Training – Operations
• Ability to meet performance standards and workstation certifications for all related roles
• Skilled in reading, interpreting, and recording data accurately and performing multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Proficient in color discernment and paint application techniques
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work indoors/outdoors in varying conditions
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers and team members
• Required to use CarMax-provided respiratory protection. Must be clean-shaven to use half-face respirator.

About CarMax

At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.

As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what’s next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Hourly Rate For This Position Is

$43.87 - $43.87

Benefits

Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.

Associates That Are Considered Full-time Hourly Or Commission/incentive Eligible

• To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
• For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.

Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.

For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.