Paint Prep

About the role

As a Paint Prep Technician, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax’s quality standards for quality and appearance. In this fast-paced, hands-on environment, you’ll prepare and recondition vehicles so they meet CarMax quality standards. Your expertise in paint preparation and finishing will help deliver safe, reliable, and quality cars to our customers. At CarMax, we believe in creating exceptional experiences for both customers and associates. You’ll work in a modern, climate-controlled facility alongside a team of skilled professionals who value collaboration and respect. We’ll provide the tools, training, and support you need to excel and grow your career in automotive reconditioning. CarMax is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert paint retouching, post-paint finishing, waxing, and buffing to restore vehicles to CarMax quality standards
• Execute dent repair, masking, sanding, and grinding for bodywork repairs
• Repair or replace small plastic and trim components to ensure full functionality
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deliver exceptional results
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in masking, sanding, grinding, and applying automotive paint
• Strong manual dexterity and physical stamina, including ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate vehicles safely

Benefits

• Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
• Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commissioned are eligible:
  • To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis
  • Between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90‑day waiting period, depending on years of continuous service
  • 8 hours of pay for each of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday
  • Holiday Premium Pay if