Experienced Heavy Body Technician (2nd Shift)
We’re looking for Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience 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 an Experienced Heavy Body Technician, you’ll train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including:
- Heavy plastic welding/stapling
- Heavy metal pulling, straightening, shrinking, and stud welding
- Roof and rocker panel repair
- Large area, heavy bodywork (including Bondo repair)
Responsibilities
- Train other autobody technicians
- Perform extensive bodywork on multiple vehicle panels
- Work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment
- Adhere to safety protocols, including the use of protective equipment
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience
- 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 check)
- Ability to work in excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
Benefits
- Competitive wage
- 401(k) with Carvana match
- Vehicle purchase discount
- 100% company-paid healthcare premiums
- Generous paid-time off (your birthday is a holiday!)
- ASE and tool reimbursement programs
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Schedule
Monday to Thursday from 4:40 PM to 3:30 AM, with some overtime availability. Mandatory overtime may be required based on business needs.
About Carvana
At Carvana, we sell cars but we 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.
Other available roles
If this role isn’t the right fit, we have a variety of other positions available:
- Entry-Level Prepper (min 1 year professional experience): Light bodywork, including prepping, sanding, buffing, bumper removal/installation, single panel repair (including Bondo), and minor plastic welding
- Mid-Level Prepper (min 3-5 years professional experience): Bodywork on multiple panels, including heavy plastic welding, minor metal pulling, roof/rocker panel repair, stud welding, and large area heavy bodywork (including Bondo)
- Other Automotive Roles: Paint, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, PDR (Paintless Dent Repair), Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair/Build, Master Technician
- Entry-Level Roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, Coordinator/Administrator