Winter Security Associate
Carvana · Syracuse, NY · 3 wk ago
On-siteFinance$19/hrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections if posting has real specific content. We need to extract content.
Given posting includes:
- Schedule (Open Availability Highly Preferred): Must have open availability to work any shift
- Pay Range: $19 hourly
- About Carvana (company description)
- About The Team And Position (description)
- What You’ll Be Doing (list of duties)
- What You Should Know/have (list of qualifications/skills)
- What We’ll Offer In Return (benefits)
- Other Requirements (physical requirements etc.)
- Legal stuff (EEO etc) - we should remove boilerplate.
We need to map to sections: About the role (maybe combine About Carvana and About The Team And Position?), Responsibilities (What You’ll Be Doing), Requirements (What You Should Know/have + Other Requirements?), Qualifications (maybe same as Requirements?), Skills (maybe part of What You Should Know/have), Benefits (What We’ll Offer In Return), Pay (Pay Range), Schedule (Schedule line). Also maybe include "About the role" heading for company/team description.
We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID.
We must not include filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We need to preserve all substantive info, not invent.
We need to use
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections if posting has real specific content. We need to extract content.
Given posting includes:
- Schedule (Open Availability Highly Preferred): Must have open availability to work any shift
- Pay Range: $19 hourly
- About Carvana (company description)
- About The Team And Position (description)
- What You’ll Be Doing (list of duties)
- What You Should Know/have (list of qualifications/skills)
- What We’ll Offer In Return (benefits)
- Other Requirements (physical requirements etc.)
- Legal stuff (EEO etc) - we should remove boilerplate.
We need to map to sections: About the role (maybe combine About Carvana and About The Team And Position?), Responsibilities (What You’ll Be Doing), Requirements (What You Should Know/have + Other Requirements?), Qualifications (maybe same as Requirements?), Skills (maybe part of What You Should Know/have), Benefits (What We’ll Offer In Return), Pay (Pay Range), Schedule (Schedule line). Also maybe include "About the role" heading for company/team description.
We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID.
We must not include filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We need to preserve all substantive info, not invent.
We need to use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and
for prose.
We need to decide which content goes where.
Let's parse:
Schedule: "Schedule (Open Availability Highly Preferred): Must have open availability to work any shift". That's a specific content. So we can have
Schedule
then Must have open availability to work any shift.
Pay Range: "Pay Range: $19 hourly". So Pay
$19 hourly.
About Carvana: paragraph(s). Could be under About the role
maybe combine with About The Team And Position. But we need to avoid duplication. Let's create About the role
containing both Carvana description and team/position description as prose.
Responsibilities: "What You’ll Be Doing" list items. Many bullet-like sentences. We'll put each as - .
Requirements/Qualifications/Skills: The posting has "What You Should Know/have" list (skills/qualifications) and "Other Requirements" (physical requirements). Could split: Qualifications (maybe education/experience) and Skills (abilities). But we can combine into one section "Requirements" with both lists? However instruction: prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones. Could have
Requirements
with two maybe? But we need to use - for any list. Could have separate headings for Qualifications and Skills if content distinct. Let's see content:
"What You Should Know/have" includes:
- 1–2 years in a customer service environment
- Strong verbal and written communication
- A track record of solid decision-making in a complex, fast-moving environment
- Ability to build strong working relationships and connect with people quickly
- Ability to organize, plan, and execute multiple tasks at once in a fast-paced setting
- Ability to handle conflict in a positive, productive way
- Able and willing to report to work and perform in extreme cold, snow, and ice — often as the first person on site
- Open availability and schedule flexibility for storms, overnights, weekends, and extended post-storm support
- Ability to safely operate a snow plow and perform physical snow and ice removal
- Focused, aware, alert, adaptable, and safety-first
- Valid driver's license; MVR check required for multiple-lot sites or roles that require driving between lots; no CDL required
Then "We’d love it if you also have" list (nice-to-have):
- Familiarity with CCTV, RFID, Card Access, or other Safe & Secure technology
- Previous experience supporting an OSHA / Safety Team program
- Experience with crisis prevention and/or response plans
- Snow plow or truck-and-plow experience (ideal)
- Skid steer, loader, or heavy-equipment experience
- Brine and snow-removal experience (we're happy to train and certify)
- Transferable experience from fast-paced, high-accountability environments — you don't need prior winter-ops experience to be a great fit
- A quick-learner mindset and genuine interest in transitioning to a year-round Safe & Secure role
Then "Other Requirements" list (physical etc):
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position
- Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; the majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels
- Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet
- Requires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, pulling, and snow and ice removal in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, wet, snowy, and icy, and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance
- Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity
- Requires use of safety equipment that may include, but is not limited to, ice cleats, cold-weather protective gear, face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
- Requires frequent driving and computer data entry
- Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance
- The facility is a 24/7 operation, and gates must be manned at all times
- Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
We need to decide sections. Could have:
About the role
(Carvana + Team description)
Responsibilities
(What You’ll Be Doing)
Qualifications
(What You Should Know/have + We’d love it if you also have)
Skills
maybe not needed if we combine.
But we could also have Requirements
covering both qualifications and other requirements.
Given instruction: Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So maybe three sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (which includes qualifications, skills, other requirements), Benefits, Pay, Schedule. That's many sections though. But each is substantive.
We could combine Benefits, Pay, Schedule into one "Compensation & Schedule" but instruction says use headings for those specific categories if present. It says use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we should use those headings if we have content. So we likely need separate headings for Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
Thus we will have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (maybe combine Qualifications and Skills?), Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
But we also have Qualifications and Skills as separate possible headings. However we could put qualifications under Requirements and skills under Skills. But we have both lists; we could split: Qualifications (education/experience) and Skills (abilities). However the "What You Should Know/have" includes both experience and abilities. The "We’d love it if you also have" includes nice-to-have skills. The "Other Requirements" includes physical requirements, which could be under Requirements.
Given we want few sections, maybe we do:
- About the role
- Responsibilities
- Requirements (includes qualifications, skills, other requirements)
- Benefits
- Pay
- Schedule
That seems reasonable.
Now we need to output HTML fragment only, no or . Use for each section heading. Use
for prose. Use
- for lists.
We need to preserve all substantive information. Let's extract prose for About the role: combine the two paragraphs: "At Carvana, we believe buying a car the old-fashioned way sucks — so we're rewriting the playbook. Yes, we're the vending machine people. Yes, we built that on purpose. And yes, we're just getting started. We're looking for people who want to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit shows up in everything we do — every day, our passion and creativity drive the kind of innovation that moves an industry. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories. We've been changing the game since 2013, and we're not letting up. Want the full story? Check it out here." Then "About The Team And Position Our Safe & Secure team is the heartbeat of every Carvana location. You're the people we trust to protect our associates, our customers, and the thousands of vehicles that flow through our gates every day. Rain, shine, ice, or 110° heat — the mission doesn't change, and neither does the standard. This is a boots-on-the-ground role. We bring the strategy; you bring the hustle. From clearing snow during a winter storm to running heat-safety protocols in July, you'll be the reason our site stays open, safe, and moving. Some days you'll be at the gate — the literal face of Carvana to every associate, vendor, and visitor walking through it. Other days, you'll be out on the lot scanning vehicles, knocking out safety audits, or restocking the supplies that keep this place humming. You won't just monitor a perimeter — you'll own it. That means spotting hazards before they become incidents, building real relationships with the folks on site, and stepping up when something needs your attention. You'll be trained and trusted to act in emergencies, partner with our Inspection Center and Logistics teams, and feed sharp, accurate intel back to your Safe & Secure leadership. This is the seasonal, winter-focused version of this role — a full-time, seasonal position with full benefits, reporting to your Safe & Secure Manager. When the weather turns, you're our front line against snow and ice, often the first person back on site in harsh conditions to make the lot safe for everyone who follows; when the weather's clear, you're a full member of the Safe & Secure team."
We should keep that as prose, maybe split into two
paragraphs.
Responsibilities: list each bullet from "What You’ll Be Doing". Let's extract each sentence that starts with a verb. We'll create
- for each.
List:
- Lead with a service-first mindset in every interaction.
- Live the Carvana values — and make sure they're felt by everyone you work with.
- Be the face of Carvana at the gate for associates, vendors, and visitors.
- Communicate like a pro — clear, calm, active listener, no missed signals.
- Use our Unified Security Platform to monitor live cameras, review footage, and investigate intrusion alerts so nothing on site catches us off guard.
- When things get hot, keep it cool. De-escalate, win with partners, and remember — we're all in this together.
- Run point at the gate using the Safe & Secure App (SAS App) and RFID tech, enforcing ingress/egress procedures every single time.
- Manage and document vehicle movement through the Inspection Center entrance and exit gates.
- Show up when the team needs you. You'll be trained and certified in first aid, CPR, and AED — and we expect you to use it when the moment calls for it.
- Know our emergency protocols cold so you can act decisively when seconds count.
- Keep the site operational in any weather — snow removal in winter, heat-safety protocols in summer, no excuses, no shortcuts.
- Drive a safety-first culture by spotting environmental hazards, running safety
for prose. We need to decide which content goes where. Let's parse: Schedule: "Schedule (Open Availability Highly Preferred): Must have open availability to work any shift". That's a specific content. So we can have
Schedule
thenMust have open availability to work any shift.
Pay Range: "Pay Range: $19 hourly". SoPay
$19 hourly.
About Carvana: paragraph(s). Could be underAbout the role
maybe combine with About The Team And Position. But we need to avoid duplication. Let's createAbout the role
containing both Carvana description and team/position description as prose. Responsibilities: "What You’ll Be Doing" list items. Many bullet-like sentences. We'll put each asRequirements
with two- maybe? But we need to use
- for any list. Could have separate headings for Qualifications and Skills if content distinct. Let's see content:
"What You Should Know/have" includes:
- 1–2 years in a customer service environment
- Strong verbal and written communication
- A track record of solid decision-making in a complex, fast-moving environment
- Ability to build strong working relationships and connect with people quickly
- Ability to organize, plan, and execute multiple tasks at once in a fast-paced setting
- Ability to handle conflict in a positive, productive way
- Able and willing to report to work and perform in extreme cold, snow, and ice — often as the first person on site
- Open availability and schedule flexibility for storms, overnights, weekends, and extended post-storm support
- Ability to safely operate a snow plow and perform physical snow and ice removal
- Focused, aware, alert, adaptable, and safety-first
- Valid driver's license; MVR check required for multiple-lot sites or roles that require driving between lots; no CDL required
Then "We’d love it if you also have" list (nice-to-have):
- Familiarity with CCTV, RFID, Card Access, or other Safe & Secure technology
- Previous experience supporting an OSHA / Safety Team program
- Experience with crisis prevention and/or response plans
- Snow plow or truck-and-plow experience (ideal)
- Skid steer, loader, or heavy-equipment experience
- Brine and snow-removal experience (we're happy to train and certify)
- Transferable experience from fast-paced, high-accountability environments — you don't need prior winter-ops experience to be a great fit
- A quick-learner mindset and genuine interest in transitioning to a year-round Safe & Secure role
Then "Other Requirements" list (physical etc):
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position
- Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; the majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels
- Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet
- Requires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, pulling, and snow and ice removal in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, wet, snowy, and icy, and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance
- Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity
- Requires use of safety equipment that may include, but is not limited to, ice cleats, cold-weather protective gear, face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
- Requires frequent driving and computer data entry
- Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance
- The facility is a 24/7 operation, and gates must be manned at all times
- Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
We need to decide sections. Could have:
About the role
(Carvana + Team description)Responsibilities
(What You’ll Be Doing)Qualifications
(What You Should Know/have + We’d love it if you also have)Skills
maybe not needed if we combine. But we could also haveRequirements
covering both qualifications and other requirements. Given instruction: Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So maybe three sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (which includes qualifications, skills, other requirements), Benefits, Pay, Schedule. That's many sections though. But each is substantive. We could combine Benefits, Pay, Schedule into one "Compensation & Schedule" but instruction says use headings for those specific categories if present. It says usefor section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we should use those headings if we have content. So we likely need separate headings for Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Thus we will have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (maybe combine Qualifications and Skills?), Benefits, Pay, Schedule. But we also have Qualifications and Skills as separate possible headings. However we could put qualifications under Requirements and skills under Skills. But we have both lists; we could split: Qualifications (education/experience) and Skills (abilities). However the "What You Should Know/have" includes both experience and abilities. The "We’d love it if you also have" includes nice-to-have skills. The "Other Requirements" includes physical requirements, which could be under Requirements. Given we want few sections, maybe we do: - About the role - Responsibilities - Requirements (includes qualifications, skills, other requirements) - Benefits - Pay - Schedule That seems reasonable. Now we need to output HTML fragment only, no or . Use
for each section heading. Use
for prose. Use
- for lists.
We need to preserve all substantive information. Let's extract prose for About the role: combine the two paragraphs: "At Carvana, we believe buying a car the old-fashioned way sucks — so we're rewriting the playbook. Yes, we're the vending machine people. Yes, we built that on purpose. And yes, we're just getting started. We're looking for people who want to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit shows up in everything we do — every day, our passion and creativity drive the kind of innovation that moves an industry. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories. We've been changing the game since 2013, and we're not letting up. Want the full story? Check it out here." Then "About The Team And Position Our Safe & Secure team is the heartbeat of every Carvana location. You're the people we trust to protect our associates, our customers, and the thousands of vehicles that flow through our gates every day. Rain, shine, ice, or 110° heat — the mission doesn't change, and neither does the standard. This is a boots-on-the-ground role. We bring the strategy; you bring the hustle. From clearing snow during a winter storm to running heat-safety protocols in July, you'll be the reason our site stays open, safe, and moving. Some days you'll be at the gate — the literal face of Carvana to every associate, vendor, and visitor walking through it. Other days, you'll be out on the lot scanning vehicles, knocking out safety audits, or restocking the supplies that keep this place humming. You won't just monitor a perimeter — you'll own it. That means spotting hazards before they become incidents, building real relationships with the folks on site, and stepping up when something needs your attention. You'll be trained and trusted to act in emergencies, partner with our Inspection Center and Logistics teams, and feed sharp, accurate intel back to your Safe & Secure leadership. This is the seasonal, winter-focused version of this role — a full-time, seasonal position with full benefits, reporting to your Safe & Secure Manager. When the weather turns, you're our front line against snow and ice, often the first person back on site in harsh conditions to make the lot safe for everyone who follows; when the weather's clear, you're a full member of the Safe & Secure team."
We should keep that as prose, maybe split into two
paragraphs. Responsibilities: list each bullet from "What You’ll Be Doing". Let's extract each sentence that starts with a verb. We'll create
- for each. List: - Lead with a service-first mindset in every interaction. - Live the Carvana values — and make sure they're felt by everyone you work with. - Be the face of Carvana at the gate for associates, vendors, and visitors. - Communicate like a pro — clear, calm, active listener, no missed signals. - Use our Unified Security Platform to monitor live cameras, review footage, and investigate intrusion alerts so nothing on site catches us off guard. - When things get hot, keep it cool. De-escalate, win with partners, and remember — we're all in this together. - Run point at the gate using the Safe & Secure App (SAS App) and RFID tech, enforcing ingress/egress procedures every single time. - Manage and document vehicle movement through the Inspection Center entrance and exit gates. - Show up when the team needs you. You'll be trained and certified in first aid, CPR, and AED — and we expect you to use it when the moment calls for it. - Know our emergency protocols cold so you can act decisively when seconds count. - Keep the site operational in any weather — snow removal in winter, heat-safety protocols in summer, no excuses, no shortcuts. - Drive a safety-first culture by spotting environmental hazards, running safety
- for lists.
We need to preserve all substantive information. Let's extract prose for About the role: combine the two paragraphs: "At Carvana, we believe buying a car the old-fashioned way sucks — so we're rewriting the playbook. Yes, we're the vending machine people. Yes, we built that on purpose. And yes, we're just getting started. We're looking for people who want to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit shows up in everything we do — every day, our passion and creativity drive the kind of innovation that moves an industry. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories. We've been changing the game since 2013, and we're not letting up. Want the full story? Check it out here." Then "About The Team And Position Our Safe & Secure team is the heartbeat of every Carvana location. You're the people we trust to protect our associates, our customers, and the thousands of vehicles that flow through our gates every day. Rain, shine, ice, or 110° heat — the mission doesn't change, and neither does the standard. This is a boots-on-the-ground role. We bring the strategy; you bring the hustle. From clearing snow during a winter storm to running heat-safety protocols in July, you'll be the reason our site stays open, safe, and moving. Some days you'll be at the gate — the literal face of Carvana to every associate, vendor, and visitor walking through it. Other days, you'll be out on the lot scanning vehicles, knocking out safety audits, or restocking the supplies that keep this place humming. You won't just monitor a perimeter — you'll own it. That means spotting hazards before they become incidents, building real relationships with the folks on site, and stepping up when something needs your attention. You'll be trained and trusted to act in emergencies, partner with our Inspection Center and Logistics teams, and feed sharp, accurate intel back to your Safe & Secure leadership. This is the seasonal, winter-focused version of this role — a full-time, seasonal position with full benefits, reporting to your Safe & Secure Manager. When the weather turns, you're our front line against snow and ice, often the first person back on site in harsh conditions to make the lot safe for everyone who follows; when the weather's clear, you're a full member of the Safe & Secure team."
We should keep that as prose, maybe split into two