2nd Shift Automotive Painter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Accrued vacation time

Paid holidays

Job summary

CarMax in Fremont, California, is looking for a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II to ensure vehicles meet quality paint and cosmetic standards. The ideal candidate will perform advanced paint application and minor repairs while maintaining safety and efficiency in the work area.

This position requires physical ability for lifting and adherence to CarMax environmental health and safety standards. Comprehensive benefits are included for full-time associates, such as sick time and vacation accrual.

Qualifications

• Completion of CarMax New Associate Orientation Training – Operations.
• Ability to meet performance standards and workstation certifications.
• Skilled in performing multiple tasks in a high-energy environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete paint applications, including color matching.
• Execute minor repairs like sanding and grinding.
• Collaborate in problem-solving with the team.

Skills

Color discernment

Paint application techniques

Communication skills

Job description

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

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.

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

Hourly Rate

$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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.