Auto Technician

7282 - Capital Blvd - 8007 Wild Wood Forest Dr., Raleigh, North Carolina, 27616

Position Overview

As a Mechanical Associate I, you’ll play a key role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax’s quality standards. This is more than a job-it’s an opportunity to love what you do in a clean, modern, climate-controlled environment designed for success. At CarMax, you’ll use your technical expertise to repair and recondition vehicles. Join a team that values integrity, precision, and innovation, and experience a workplace where your growth matters as much as the cars you service.

Why CarMax?

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 Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles to ensure customers drive away with confidence
• Collaborate with a skilled team to resolve technical issues quickly and effectively
• Gain hands-on experience with a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles
• Utilize advanced tools and technology to deliver automotive service
• Follow CarMax’s standard guidelines for reconditioning and repair
• Contribute to a positive, customer-focused environment through teamwork and precision
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in one or more areas: vehicle maintenance, vehicle inspections, brake repairs, and tire repairs.
• Strong knowledge of safety compliance and ability to uphold workplace standards
• Physical capability to lift heavy objects and remain on your feet for extended periods
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Valid driver’s license required

Preferred Qualifications

• Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2)

About CarMax

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.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application .