Auto Body Combo Technician - $8,000 Bonus

Socket.dev; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid healthcare premiums

Generous paid-time off and birthday as

ASE and tool reimbursement programs

Tuition reimbursement and student loan

Company discounts

Job summary

Carvana is hiring an Experienced Heavy Body Technician to join its Inspection Centers. The role involves training other autobody technicians and performing extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including heavy plastic welding and roof/rocker repairs.

You will work with state-of-the-art tools in a fast-paced environment at Carvana's facilities. Expect opportunities for advancement and a competitive hourly wage of $33–$41, with benefits and a strong focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience.
• Experience training other autobody technicians is a plus.
• Must be able to operate safely and lift up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels.
• Perform heavy bodywork including welding and repair work.
• Follow safety procedures and use state-of-the-art tools in Carvana inspection centers.

Skills

Autobody experience

Train others

Driver's license

Job description

We’re looking for Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.

As an Experienced Heavy Body Technician, you’ll be expected to train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels including:

• Heavy plastic welding/stapling
• Heavy metal pulling, straightening, shrinking, and stud welding
• Roof and rocker panel repair

Large area, heavy bodywork (including Bondo repair) At Carvana, you’ll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match and even a vehicle purchase discount – all while using state of the art tools in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers (click here to learn more). If you’re joining us in an entry-level position, we offer training programs to make sure your skills and pay progress along with the company.

Other perks of the Job

• 100% company-paid healthcare premiums
• Generous paid-time off and your birthday is a holiday!
• ASE and tool reimbursement programs
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment

Pay Range: $33 - $41 Hourly

Schedule:

We do everything we can to deliver an exceptional customer experience, and that includes delivering great vehicles when expected. If we’re in a pinch, mandatory overtime is one way in which we can follow-through on this commitment to our customers. We’re looking for team players who are all in on our mission and are able to work mandatory overtime based on our business needs.

Not a match for this role?

• Entry-Level Prepper (min 1 year professional experience): perform light bodywork, including prepping, sanding, and buffing vehicles, removing and installing bumpers, single panel repair (including Bondo repair), and minor plastic welding
• Mid-Level Prepper (min 3-5 years professional experience): perform bodywork on multiple panels, including heavy plastic welding, minor metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, stud welding, and large area heavy bodywork (including Bondo repair)
• Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, and stud welding

General qualifications and requirements

• Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools - must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Some positions may be subject to an Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
• An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
• Use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment

About Carvana

At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren’t car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won’t sell a car to a customer that we wouldn’t sell to our own Mom. Period. To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, we’ve built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.