Sr. Reconditioning Associate II 2nd Shift

Position Overview

As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax’s paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position involves performing advanced paint application, minor repairs, sanding, grinding, and paint preparation, and supporting related reconditioning duties as needed.

Location: Killeen, Texas (3504 E. Central Texas Expressway, 76543)

Responsibilities

• Perform complete paint applications, including color matching and mixing for a quality finish.
• Execute minor repairs such as sanding and grinding to restore vehicle surfaces.
• Maintain paint preparation standards to ensure vehicles meet CarMax quality guidelines.
• Collaborate in problem‑solving and continuous improvement initiatives with your team.
• Follow standardized work processes and maintain compliance with CarMax Paint Standards.
• Keep all equipment and tools in optimal condition, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of CarMax New Associate Orientation Training – Operations.
• Ability to meet performance standards and workstation certifications for all related roles.
• Skilled in reading, interpreting, and recording data accurately and performing multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment.
• Proficient in color discernment and paint application techniques.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work indoors/outdoors in varying conditions.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers and team members.
• Required to use CarMax‑provided respiratory protection; must be clean‑shaven to use half‑face respirator.

About CarMax

CarMax is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 250 store locations and more than 30,000 associates. Recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, CarMax focuses on transparency, integrity, and community impact, empowering customers and driving progress.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $31.58

Benefits

• Paid sick time: up to 48 hours per year, accrued each pay period.
• Paid vacation: 80–200 hours per year after a 90‑day waiting period, based on years of continuous service.
• Paid holidays: 6 scheduled holidays plus 1 floating holiday (8 hours each); holiday premium pay if worked.
• Full‑time salaried associates receive paid time away for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc., subject to manager approval.
• Additional benefits details are available on the CarMax Benefits website.