Automotive Detailer - First Shift (6a-3p Mon-Fri)

At CarMax, the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, we’re rethinking the way people buy cars. Join a growing team where your work feels meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day.

About the role

As a Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II, you’ll play a vital role in delivering best-in-class vehicles to our customers. You will perform cosmetic inspections, final quality checks, and advanced reconditioning tasks such as paint touch-up, wet sanding, and buffing. Your work ensures every CarMax vehicle meets our high standards for quality and appearance, helping customers feel confident in their purchase.

Responsibilities

• Execute standardized cosmetic reconditioning processes at an established pace to maintain efficiency and quality.
• Perform advanced cosmetic repairs including paint touch-up, wet sanding, and buffing to restore vehicles to CarMax standards.
• Complete cosmetic and final quality inspections to ensure vehicles meet customer-ready standards.
• Identify defects and determine the best repair methods for optimal results.
• Support auction preparation and assist with vehicle movement on and off the lot.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and collaborate with team members to achieve goals.
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Requirements

• Completion of all CarMax training programs, including online and hands-on modules.
• Ability to read, interpret, and record data accurately for inventory and quality control.
• Skilled in performing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing manual tasks for extended periods.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.
• Willingness to work in indoor and outdoor conditions, including inclement weather.

About CarMax

CarMax revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. With over 250 store locations and 30,000 associates, we are proud to be the nation’s largest used car retailer. We are committed to customer experience, innovation, and community, and have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®. As an associate, you’ll be part of an innovative movement empowering modern customers and driving progress.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $18.18 - $19.20.

Benefits

Full-time hourly or commission/incentive-eligible associates are entitled to:

• Up to 48 hours of sick time per year, accrued per pay period.
• Between 80 and 200 hours of vacation time per year after a 90-day waiting period, depending on years of service.
• 8 hours of pay for each of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year, plus 1 floating holiday. Holiday Premium Pay is available if working on a scheduled holiday.

Full-time salaried associates are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, and floating holiday, subject to manager approval.