CA3 Paint - Chesterfield

The role

You will blend base coat, paint, and gloss vehicles during the reconditioning process. This role involves performing touch-up, airbrush, headlight, interior, wheel, and rim repairs at an Inspection Center.

What you will do

• Blending base coat for a color match for two-stage paint application
• Correct fish-eyes as they appear in the paint
• Use water-base paint to paint and gloss the vehicle inside paint booths
• Complete touch-up, airbrush, headlight, interior, wheel, and/or rim repair
• Communicate with the Cosmetic team if additional work is needed
• Follow proper operating rules, procedures, and standardized work initiatives
• Work on a variety of vehicle tasks for extended periods of time
• Partner and provide clear communication with other team members and departments
• Maintain a clean and productive work environment
• Report safety issues or accidents to management immediately

Required qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of paint and body experience or collision repair education
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• A valid Driver’s License
• Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools
• Moderate understanding of vehicle mechanical repair
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures and guidelines
• Ability to review, analyze, identify problems, and make decisions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment with exposure to excessive weather conditions
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
• Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet

Nice to have

• iCAR certifications
• Experience working in the Autobody Industry or in a Lean Manufacturing environment
• Experience painting and glossing vehicles
• Experience working for a fast-paced hyper-growth company

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages
• On the job training
• 100% company-paid healthcare premiums for employees
• Excellent schedules that allow for work/life balance
• 401k with company match
• ASE and Tool Reimbursement Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
• Vehicle Discount

Before you apply

• Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check
• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

About the company

Carvana sells cars and operates multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers where cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed.