Senior Paint Prep & Refinishing Technician

CarMax; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Vacation time

Holiday time

Holiday Premium Pay

Job summary

CarMax in Sacramento seeks a Sr. Reconditioning Associate to lead paint prep, masking, sanding, and refinishing, ensuring vehicles meet quality standards and pass inspections.

You will work in a climate-controlled shop alongside skilled technicians, gaining hands-on experience and helping deliver vehicles that exceed customer expectations. You will be part of a growth-focused team, receive training, and contribute to the reconditioning process while upholding CarMax’s safety and quality

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, high-energy environment.
• Required to use CarMax-provided respiratory protection. 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.

Job description

CarMax in Sacramento seeks a Sr. Reconditioning Associate to lead paint prep, masking, sanding, and refinishing, ensuring vehicles meet quality standards and pass inspections.

You will work in a climate-controlled shop alongside skilled technicians, gaining hands-on experience and helping deliver vehicles that exceed customer expectations. You will be part of a growth-focused team, receive training, and contribute to the reconditioning process while upholding CarMax’s safety and quality