Brake and Tire Auto Technician

We’re looking for Automotive Mechanics to join Carvana—the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.

About the role

As a Brake & Tire Technician, you’ll perform light maintenance or repairs, including:

• Changing brakes and tires
• Routine inspections and maintenance
• Basic mechanical repair for brake pads, calipers, and rotors
• Tire installations and wheel alignments

You’ll work in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers using state-of-the-art tools. If you’re joining in an entry-level position, we offer training programs to ensure your skills and pay progress along with the company.

Responsibilities

Depending on your level of experience, you may perform the following duties to help us prepare low-mileage, late-model cars for customers:

• Entry-Level Auto Technician (min 6 months professional experience): Light maintenance, fluid checks, and initial vehicle inspections to identify imperfections or needed repairs.
• Brake and Tire Technician (min 1 year professional experience): Light maintenance or repairs, including brake and tire changes.
• Mid-Level (Mechanical Repair / Build / General) Technician (min 3 years professional experience): Light to medium automotive repairs and minimal diagnostics.
• Experienced Technician (min 5 years professional experience): Extensive repairs, heavy engine work, and advanced diagnostics on all makes and models, including electric and hybrid vehicles.

We also have a variety of other automotive roles available across our 18 locations, including:

• Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair).
• Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician.
• Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of professional automotive repair experience (varies by role).
• Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools; must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Some positions may require a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment, sometimes exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold).
• Use of safety equipment, including but not limited to face shields, goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, masks, and other protective garments.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Benefits

• Competitive wage with opportunities for pay progression.
• 401(k) with Carvana match.
• Vehicle purchase discount.
• 100% company-paid healthcare premiums.
• Generous paid-time off, plus your birthday as a holiday.
• ASE and tool reimbursement programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment.

Schedule

We prioritize delivering an exceptional customer experience, which may require mandatory overtime based on business needs. We’re looking for team players who are committed to our mission.

About Carvana

At Carvana, we sell cars but aren’t car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won’t sell a car to a customer that we wouldn’t sell to our own Mom. To ensure our cars are in first-rate condition, we’ve built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website.