Reconditioning Associate (Part-Time)

CarMax; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

CarMax is seeking a Reconditioning Associate in Charleston, SC. You will help ensure vehicles meet quality and presentation standards and support a best-in-class customer experience on the lot.

Responsibilities include detailing, staging, inventory logging, and teamwork to deliver clean, well-presented vehicles while following EH&S guidelines and state laws. This role offers an entry-level path with growth potential at CarMax.

Qualifications

• High motivation and a strong work ethic.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Log and track vehicle deliveries and inventory.
• Move and stage vehicles across the lot for customer viewing.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming environment reflecting CarMax standards.
• Perform reconditioning tasks such as cleaning and detailing.
• Collaborate with team to deliver customer experiences.
• Learn and apply best practices in autmotive care and inventory management.
• Follow EH&S requirements and keep area clean.

Skills

Motivation

Valid driver's license

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Evenings & weekends availability

Job description

7192 - Charleston - 712 Savage Rd, Charleston, South Carolina, 29414

CarMax, the way your career should be!

Position Overview

As a Reconditioning Associate, you'll play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's quality standards for quality and presentation. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to start a rewarding career with the nation’s largest retailer of used cars. You'll gain hands-on experience in the automotive industry, learn from a best-in-class team, and help deliver exceptional customer experiences. At CarMax, we're committed to innovation, integrity, and putting people first—making this the perfect place to grow your skills and build your future.

Why CarMax?

At CarMax, we are the nation's largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We're rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.

Role Responsibilities

• Log and track vehicle deliveries and inventory to maintain accurate records
• Move and stage vehicles across the lot for optimal customer viewing
• Ensure a clean, welcoming environment that reflects CarMax's commitment to excellence
• Perform reconditioning tasks such as cleaning, vacuuming, and detailing vehicles to meet quality standards
• Collaborate with team members to deliver outstanding customer experiences
• Learn and apply best practices in automotive care and inventory management
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Required Qualifications

• High level of motivation and a strong work ethic
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to thrive in a collaborative environment
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed

About CarMax

At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.

As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what's next. Join us in creating a better future- for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate For This Position Is

$17.58 - $19.19

Benefits

• Except as otherwise required by state law, those considered part-time are eligible for sick time only in states that mandate it and amounts are accrued on a per pay period basis and range from 24 hours to unlimited based on state rules.
• In Washington, part-time Associates receive sick leave consistent with state law.
• Part-time Associates are also eligible for between 8 hours and 40 hours per year of vacation based on their length of service and subject to a 1 year waiting period.
• Part-time Associates are also eligible for 4 hours of Floating Holiday Time each calendar year subject to manager approval.

For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.