Paint Prep & Refinishing Specialist

CarMax Business Services; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

CarMax is seeking a Sr. Reconditioning Associate in Elk Grove/Sacramento area to perform expert body repairs, masking, sanding, and refinishing to CarMax standards in a climate-controlled shop.

You will work alongside skilled technicians, support Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II and Flow Inventory Associate II, and help deliver vehicles that meet quality standards while growing your skills and career with CarMax.

Qualifications

• Completion of New Associate Orientation Training – Operations.
• Accountability to Associate 1 Competency Model.
• CarMax timekeeping systems training for hourly associates.
• Meet Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II and Flow Inventory Associate II Performance Standards.
• Achieve workstation certifications for Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II, Flow Inventory Associate II, and Senior Reconditioning Associate.
• Ability to read, interpret, and transcribe data accurately, and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be clean-shaven to use half-face respirator.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert body repairs, including masking, sanding, and grinding.
• Apply primer and refinish paint surfaces to meet CarMax standards.
• Remove and replace parts as needed for cosmetic and structural integrity.
• Repair plastic and substrate damage with precision and care.
• Conduct post-paint refinishing, defect correction, and maintain and repair specialized equipment.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external partners.
• Follow CarMax EH&S requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Data interpretation

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Education

New Associate Orientation Training – Operations

Tools

Timekeeping systems training

Workstation certifications

Job description

CarMax is seeking a Sr. Reconditioning Associate in Elk Grove/Sacramento area to perform expert body repairs, masking, sanding, and refinishing to CarMax standards in a climate-controlled shop.

You will work alongside skilled technicians, support Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II and Flow Inventory Associate II, and help deliver vehicles that meet quality standards while growing your skills and career with CarMax.