2nd Shift Automotive Painter

CarMax Business Services; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 49,859 - 71,011; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave policies

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Job summary

CarMax Business Services in Fremont, California is hiring for a position focused on paint application and minor vehicle repairs. This role requires effective communication and adherence to CarMax standards in both indoor and outdoor working conditions. The hourly rate is $43.87, and the job includes various training and responsibilities aimed at maintaining the quality of service. Benefits include paid sick and vacation time, in addition to holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Complete training in all functional areas of reconditioning process.
• Ability to discern appropriate paint colors for vehicles.
• Read and interpret data for maintenance of accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Complete paint application and minor repairs.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure compliance with CarMax Paint Standards.

Skills

Ability to lift objects up to 50lbs

Effective communication

Fast-paced environment management

Job description

Overview

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

General Summary:

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for all aspects of the paint application process, minor repairs, sanding, grinding, and paint preparation. On an as needed basis, also responsible for Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II, Flow Inventory Associate II, Senior Reconditioning Associate, and Senior Reconditioning Associate I duties.

Responsibilities

• Complete paint application
• Complete minor repairs, including sanding and grinding
• Complete paint preparation, including color matching and mixing
• Participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement activities with the team
• Execute standardized work as defined
• Ensure that all vehicles meet CarMax Paint Standards
• Ensure all equipment is maintained, repaired, and cleaned as required
• Ensure proper inventory levels of all personal protective equipment, tools, and chemicals required to carry out paint process for all Senior Reconditioning Associates
• Ensure workplace cleanliness and organization in accordance with CarMax 5S standards
• Provide outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers
• Interior and exterior detailing, interior repair, inventory, and paint preparation functions
• Complete duties as assigned by Managers

Job Specifications

Position requires the following pre-requisites and abilities:

• New Associate Orientation Training - Operations
• Accountable to Associate 1 Competency Model
• Kronos Training for Hourly Associates
• Meet Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II, Flow Inventory Associate II, Senior Reconditioning Associate and Senior Reconditioning Associate I Performance Standards
• Successfully complete Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II, Flow Inventory Associate II, II Senior Reconditioning Associate, Senior Reconditioning Associate I and II Workstation Certifications
• Read, interpret and transcribe data in order to maintain accurate records
• Discern appropriate paint colors for purposes of painting and reconditioning vehicles to meet CarMax standards
• Perform multiple duties in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Lift objects that weigh as much as 50lbs
• Speak and listen effectively in dealing with customers/associates, both in person and over the phone
• Complete CarMax provided training in all functional areas of reconditioning process, allowing for cross-training and full coverage of all areas

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor environment; may include working at times in noisy and/or inclement weather conditions
• Adhere to all CarMax policies including, but not limited to: Time and Attendance Policy, Asset Protection, Culture of Integrity and Standards of Professional Appearance
• Follow all government regulations including, but not limited to, OSHA and EPA standards
• Requires walking or standing for an extended period of time
• Variable work schedules with shifts that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and 12+ hour days
• Follow all CarMax, OSHA, and EPA standards including the use of Personal Protective Equipment, and proper waste disposal in required areas

Disclaimer and Approvals

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. This information is current at the time of publication. Responsibilities may include other duties as assigned and may be amended at the discretion of CarMax with or without notice. This document has been reviewed and approved by management and Human Resources and cannot be modified without written consent by a member of management authorized to modify any such responsibilities.

CarMax is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with federal and state laws which forbid discrimination because of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability and other protected characteristics. Employment at CarMax is at-will, and therefore, can be terminated, with or without cause, at any time, at the option of the associate or CarMax.

This at-will employment relationship will remain in effect throughout an associate's employment with CarMax unless it is modified by a specific, express written employment contract that is signed by an officer of CarMax and the associate. This at-will employment relationship may not be modified by any oral or implied agreement. Specifically, this job description is not a contract of employment and does not create any contractual rights of any kind between the Company and its Associates.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is: $43.87

Benefits

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

• 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 the CarMax Benefits website.

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