Mechanical Associate V - 2nd Shift

18220 Ponderosa Dr, Parker, Colorado, 80134

About the role

As a Mechanical Associate, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax’s standards for safety, reliability, and performance. You’ll use your expertise to inspect and/or diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles, from engines and brakes to steering and suspension systems. Join a team that values integrity, innovation, and excellence, working in a modern, climate-controlled facility designed for efficiency and comfort. CarMax invests in your growth with ongoing training, advanced tools, and a collaborative environment.

Why CarMax?

CarMax is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, rethinking the way people buy cars. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether advancing your career or growing your skillset, CarMax is here to drive you forward.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet CarMax’s high standards for quality and safety
• Collaborate with a skilled team to solve technical challenges quickly and effectively
• Gain hands-on experience across domestic and foreign vehicles
• Uphold CarMax’s commitment to customer satisfaction and trust
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area

Requirements

• Experience in engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems
• Strong understanding of health and safety compliance
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work on your feet for extended periods
• Skilled at managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Valid driver’s license
• Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2)

About CarMax

CarMax revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity. With over 250 store locations and 30,000 associates, we’ve 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 $47.68.

Benefits

Full-time hourly or commission/incentive-eligible associates earn:

• 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 if working on a scheduled holiday due to business need

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.