Automotive Paint Prep Technician

6043 - Rochester - 3600 West Henrietta Rd, Rochester, New York, 14623 Get to know our vehicles inside and out At CarMax, we create exceptional experiences for our customers. That means preparing every one of our vehicles for sale with quality care. Working alongside a team of experienced technicians, you will ensure the paintwork is finished to CarMax’s high standards. We’ll help bring out the best in you with a clean, modern, climate-controlled environment where you can work comfortably all year. You will also enjoy a generous range of company benefits including paid vacation, medical and retirement plans, and car purchase discounts. What you will do – Essential responsibilities Perform paint retouching, post-paint finishing, waxing and buffing to make cars look as good as new Carry out dent repair, masking, sanding and grinding to ensure sound bodywork Repair and replace small plastic and other parts to ensure everything about the vehicle is in good working order Follow and promote CarMax’s high standards of safety, cleanliness and organization Be part of a team that cares about customers and their cars In this fast-paced environment you will turn over dozens of cars each week, ensuring each looks and feels as good as the last. That means using your skills to identify problems and find and carry out solutions to provide the highest quality car. You will be part of a team that respects and shares experience and knowledge, working together to deliver great results. Your work and attention to detail will ensure every car our customers buy is safe, reliable and enjoyable to drive. And, as someone who learns fast and communicates well, you will have plenty of opportunities for career development, including the chance to gain new skills and accreditations. Qualifications and requirements Experience in one or more of the following: masking, sanding, grinding and applying paint Manual dexterity and physical stamina, lift heavy objects, and walk and stand for extended periods of time A strong customer focus and attention to detail Possession of a valid driver’s license CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hourly Rate $16.80 - $35.09 Commissions This position is eligible for commission. 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 and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company. For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay. Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval. For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website. Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application. #J-18808-Ljbffr