Automotive Paint Specialist — Color Matching & Prep

CarMax; Locust Grove (GA); On-site; USD 8,300 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Vacation time

Holiday pay

Job summary

CarMax Locust Grove is seeking a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II to ensure each vehicle meets CarMax paint and cosmetic standards.

You will perform advanced paint applications, minor repairs, sanding, grinding, and paint prep, supporting related reconditioning tasks to maintain quality and efficiency. You will work with a team, following standard processes and EH&S guidelines, lifting up to 50 lbs, and using respirators as required; strong attention to detail is essential for customer-ready

Qualifications

• Complete CarMax New Associate Orientation Training - Operations.
• Meet performance standards and workstation certifications for related roles.
• Able to read, interpret, and record data accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong color discernment and paint application techniques.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and work indoors/outdoors in varying conditions.
• Good communication to interact with customers and team members.
• Must use CarMax-provided respiratory protection; clean-shaven to use respirator.

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 meet CarMax quality guidelines.
• Collaborate in problem-solving and continuous improvement with the team.
• Follow standardized work processes and CarMax EH&S requirements; keep area clean and orderly.

Skills

Color discernment

Paint application techniques

Reading and data recording

Communication skills

Respiratory protection training

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

CarMax New Associate Orientation Training - Operations

Job description

CarMax Locust Grove is seeking a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II to ensure each vehicle meets CarMax paint and cosmetic standards.

You will perform advanced paint applications, minor repairs, sanding, grinding, and paint prep, supporting related reconditioning tasks to maintain quality and efficiency. You will work with a team, following standard processes and EH&S guidelines, lifting up to 50 lbs, and using respirators as required; strong attention to detail is essential for customer-ready