Experienced Heavy Body Technician

carvana; Winder (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid healthcare premiums

401(k) with company match

Vehicle purchase discount

Tuition reimbursement & student loan

ASE and tool reimbursement

Generous paid-time off

Birthday holiday

Job summary

Carvana is seeking Autobody Preppers with 5+ years of professional automotive bodywork experience. The role involves training other autobody technicians and performing extensive work on multiple panels, including heavy plastic welding and stud welding.

You will repair roofs, rocker panels, and execute large area bodywork with Bondo repair. We offer a competitive wage and perks such as a 401(k) with company match, vehicle purchase discount, and comprehensive healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience.
• Ability to train other autobody technicians.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels.
• Perform heavy plastic welding/stapling and heavy metal pulling, straightening, shrinking, and stud welding.
• Repair roofs and rocker panels and handle large area bodywork including Bondo repair.

Skills

Auto body repair

Heavy bodywork

Welding (plastic)

Welding (metal)

Safety compliance

Tools

Stud welding

Plastic welding

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

Schedule: Monday to Friday from 6:00am to 3:00pm, with overtime and weekends as needed.

Required overtime is a key part of our business strategy to meet demand. We're looking for team players who are all in our mission and are able to work mandatory overtime based on our business need.

Not a match for this role?

We have a variety of prep roles available, depending on your experience - look below to see what you'll be doing to help us get our low-mileage, late-model cars ready for our customers:

• 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.