Automotive Inventory Associate

6077 - Santa Rosa - 2783 Corby Avenue, Santa Rosa, California, 95407 CarMax, the way your career should be! General Summary: Under general supervision, responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle receiving & shipping, inventory scanning, vehicle movement (both on and off lot), lot wash/merchandising, taking and uploading photos to carmax.com, as well as providing exceptional customer service. Principle Duties & Responsibilities: Execute processes as defined by work instructions and/or standardized work Participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement activities with team Participate in training of new associates with guidance of Inventory Associate II and/or the Manager Provide outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers Ensure daily lot maintenance and security of the display areas and work-in-progress zones Secure and receive vehicles that are shipped to CarMax Prep vehicle and title packets for shipping to other locations Complete scanning of vehicles to ensure accurate product status Complete wash and vacuums for customer returns and loaner vehicles Complete front‑lot wash Perform Photo Station process Drive vehicles on and off lot for repairs/storage Provide support to Auctions (if applicable) Responsible for workplace cleanliness and organization in accordance with CarMax 5S standards Complete duties as assigned by Flow Inventory Associate IVs and Managers Minimum Qualifications/Requirement Current driver’s license and meet the CarMax DSEPS standards Ability to read, interpret, and transcribe data in order to maintain accurate records High School diploma or equivalent work experience preferred Ability to execute processes as defined by work instructions and/or standardized work Complete Inventory Associate Workstation Certifications & Assigned Workday Learnings Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs Working Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environments may include working at times in noisy and/or inclement weather conditions. Flexible work hours, with shifts that may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Requires walking or standing for extended periods of time in a high‑energy, fast‑paced working environment. Wears CarMax clothing (acquired through the company) at all times working in the store. Follow all CarMax, O.S.H.A., and EPA standards, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment, and proper waste disposal in required areas. Adhere to all CarMax policies, including Attendance, Asset Protection, Integrity, TAWR, and Standards of Professional Appearance. Hourly Rate: $22.20 - $24.24 Benefits: Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time. 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. CarMax is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice and subscribes to federal and state laws which forbid discrimination because of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, or disability. Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application. #J-18808-Ljbffr