Entry-Level Automotive Detailer / Lot Attendant

Carvana; Manville (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading automotive retailer as an Entry-Level Automotive Detailer or Lot Attendant. You'll detail vehicles, assist in inspections, and enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including 100% company-paid healthcare premiums and tuition reimbursement. This role offers training programs to ensure your skills and pay progress as the company grows.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

100% company-paid healthcare premiums

Generous paid-time off

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Detailing vehicles, including washing and interior cleaning.
• Moving vehicles between departments.
• Inspecting vehicles for imperfections.

Skills

Ability to operate vehicle equipment

Ability to lift up to 60 pounds

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Valid driver’s license

Job description

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We’re hiring for entry-level auto roles at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.

In these entry-level roles, you’ll have a number of positions to choose from:

• Detailer: detailing vehicles, including washing, interior cleaning, and exterior buffing
• Lot Attendant: move vehicles from one department to the next in our Inspection Centers
• Photobooth Associate: take photos of our vehicles so customers can see our vehicles in our spinners
• Inspection Associate: inspect the interior and exterior of the vehicles and accurately identify any imperfections/defects
  
  

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.

• Pay: Starting pay for this position is $17/hr.
• Schedule: Please keep in mind that all locations are subject to mandatory overtime based on business need.
• First shift: Mon-Fri 6am-3pm
• Location: Our inspection center is located at: 200 N. Main Street, Manville, NJ 08835
  

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
  
  

How To Get Started - join the Carvana team by applying on this page!

We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 18 locations across the country – take a look at our Careers site to apply for one of the following roles:

• Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) roles
• Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles
• Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator roles
  
  

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.

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!

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.

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