Senior Auto Paint Technician - Refinishing Expert

CarMax Business Services; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Sick time accrual

Job summary

CarMax in Kentwood, MI is seeking a Sr. Reconditioning Associate to ensure vehicles meet quality standards, performing paint preparation and supporting related roles. Work is in a climate-controlled environment with opportunities to grow and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced team setting.

The role emphasizes precision in body repairs, primer application, and post-paint refinishing, with strong safety and teamwork requirements. CarMax offers growth and training to succeed.

Qualifications

• Completion of New Associate Orientation Training - Operations.
• Ability to meet Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II and Flow Inventory Associate II Performance Standards.
• Proficiency with CarMax timekeeping systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and transcribe data accurately.
• 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 Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Data interpretation

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Reading comprehension

Job description

CarMax in Kentwood, MI is seeking a Sr. Reconditioning Associate to ensure vehicles meet quality standards, performing paint preparation and supporting related roles. Work is in a climate-controlled environment with opportunities to grow and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced team setting.

The role emphasizes precision in body repairs, primer application, and post-paint refinishing, with strong safety and teamwork requirements. CarMax offers growth and training to succeed.