Head Autobody Technician - $6,000 Bonus

Carvana; Manville (NJ); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid healthcare premiums

Generous paid-time off and your生日 is a

ASE and tool reimbursement programs

Tuition reimbursement and student loan

401(k) with Carvana match

Job summary

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

Competitive hourly pay and excellent perks are offered. Pay range is $28-$35 hourly with benefits such as 100% company-paid healthcare premiums, generous PTO, ASE and tool reimbursement, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience.
• Experience training other autobody technicians.
• Ability to perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels including heavy plastic welding and stud welding.

Responsibilities

• Train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels.
• Handle heavy bodywork tasks such as welding, pulling, straightening, shrinking, and repairing roofs and rocker panels.
• Utilize state-of-the-art tools in Carvana Inspection Centers.

Skills

Autobody repair

Team leadership

Training others

Tools

Heavy tools

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.

Pay range: $28 - $35 hourly

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

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.

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?

Not a match for this role?

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

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.