State Inspection Technician

State Inspection TechnicianAs a State Inspection Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring every vehicle meets state safety standards and CarMax's Standards. This position is ideal for automotive professionals who value precision, integrity, and customer satisfaction. At CarMax, you'll work in a collaborative environment where innovation meets excellence, and your expertise helps deliver a best-in-class experience for every customer.At CarMax, we are 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.Role ResponsibilitiesIdentify, prioritize, and remediate data quality issues across core enterprise data platforms.Conduct state-mandated vehicle safety inspections using approved tools and procedures.Verify vehicles meet CarMax Quality Standards before delivery.Deliver exceptional customer service by explaining inspection results clearly.Maintain and calibrate specialized inspection equipment for accuracy.Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely completion of inspections and document inspection results accurately for compliance and transparency.Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.Required QualificationsAbility to read, interpret, and record data accurately for compliance.Automotive trade school degree (2 years) or minimum 2 years of hands-on automotive experience.Valid state inspection certification as required by local regulations.Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity for precise inspections.Effective communication skills to interact with customers and team members.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in indoor/outdoor environments, including inclement weather.Flexibility to work variable schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation's largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what's next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.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.The hourly rate for this position is:$24.30 - $42.60Benefits: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 commission/incentive 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.