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Entry Level Auto Body Repair Technician

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We’re looking for Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 1 year of professional automotive bodywork experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.

As an Entry Level Auto Body Repair Technician, you’ll be expected to perform light bodywork, including:

Prepping, sanding, and buffing vehicles
Removing and installing bumpers
Minor plastic welding
Small area bodywork (including Bondo repair)

At Carvana, you’ll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match and even a vehicle purchase discount – all while using state of the art tools in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers (click here to learn more). If you’re joining us in an entry-level position, we offer training programs to make sure your skills and pay progress along with the company.

Other perks of the Job

100% company-paid healthcare premiums
Generous paid-time off and your birthday is a holiday!
ASE and tool reimbursement programs
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment

How To Get Started
Join the Carvana team by applying on this page, or call one of our recruiters by phone at (888) 690-7853, Monday through Friday, between 6 AM and 4 PM PT (9AM to 7PM ET).

Not a match for this role?
We have a variety of prep roles available, depending on your experience - look below to see what you’ll be doing to help us get our low-mileage, late-model cars ready for our customers:

Entry-Level Prepper (min 1 year professional experience): perform light bodywork, including prepping, sanding, and buffing vehicles, removing and installing bumpers, single panel repair (including Bondo repair), and minor plastic welding
Mid-Level Prepper (min 3-5 years professional experience): perform bodywork on multiple panels, including heavy plastic welding, minor metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, stud welding, and large area heavy bodywork (including Bondo repair)
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, and stud welding

We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 18 locations across the country – take a look at our Careers site to apply for one of the following roles:

Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) roles
Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles
Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator roles

General qualifications and requirements

Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools - must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Some positions may be subject to an Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
Use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment

About Carvana
At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren’t car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won’t sell a car to a customer that we wouldn’t sell to our own Mom. Period.

To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, we’ve built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website.

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

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What You Should Know About Entry Level Auto Body Repair Technician, Carvana

At Carvana, we're excited to invite you to join our team as an Entry Level Auto Body Repair Technician in Chesterfield, VA! If you have at least a year of professional automotive bodywork experience, this could be your perfect fit. You'll dive into hands-on tasks that help prepare our vehicles for sale. This means prepping, sanding, and buffing cars, removing and installing bumpers, doing minor plastic welding, and tackling some small area bodywork. What’s really cool is that you'll be using state-of-the-art tools in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers, ensuring you get the best experience and skills for your career. Not only do we offer a competitive wage, but also fantastic perks like 100% company-paid healthcare premiums, generous paid time off (with your birthday as a holiday!), and even a vehicle purchase discount! Here at Carvana, your growth matters, so we have training programs to help you progress in your role as you grow with us. If you’re ready to become part of the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and work with a friendly team, let’s get started on this exciting journey together! Apply now and discover how rewarding this role can be!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Entry Level Auto Body Repair Technician Role at Carvana

What are the main responsibilities of an Entry Level Auto Body Repair Technician at Carvana?

As an Entry Level Auto Body Repair Technician at Carvana, you will be responsible for performing light bodywork tasks, which include prepping, sanding, and buffing vehicles, removing and installing bumpers, conducting minor plastic welding, and completing small area bodywork such as Bondo repair. This role is crucial for ensuring our vehicles are in top condition for customers.