Auto Body & Paint Technicians - Hiring ALL Experience Levels!

Carvana•Manville, NJ

2d•$18 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Carvana is hiring auto body and paint technicians at all experience levels to prepare low-mileage, late-model vehicles for customers at its vehicle reconditioning centers. Depending on experience and role, work includes preparing, repairing, priming, painting, blending, and correcting vehicle panels. Entry-level positions include training programs to help employees develop their skills and progress in pay. The role is based in Manville, New Jersey, and is scheduled for a four-day night shift. The posting lists two schedule versions: Monday through Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., and Monday through Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. Mandatory overtime may be required based on business needs. Carvana offers an hourly wage of $18.00–$34.00 based on skills and experience, plus a $1 shift differential. Sign-on bonuses are listed for mid-level technicians and painters ($6,000, Level 2) and high-level technicians and painters ($8,000, Level 3). Employees use tools and equipment in a high-tech inspection center and may be exposed to hot or cold weather conditions. The role requires the ability to lift up to 60 pounds independently, be at least 18 years old, and hold a valid driver’s license. Hiring is contingent on passing a background check; the role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Professional experience varies by role: at least 6 months for Paint Prepper; at least 1 year for Entry-Level Prepper and Entry-Level Painter; 3–5 years for Mid-Level Body Technician; at least 3 years for Mid-Level Painter; and at least 5 years for Experienced Body Technician and Experienced Painter.
Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools and lift up to 60 pounds independently.
At least 18 years of age.
Valid driver’s license; some positions may be subject to a motor vehicle records check.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing production environment and sometimes be exposed to excessive heat or cold.
Ability to use required safety equipment, which may include a face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, a mask, and other protective garments and equipment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Pass a complete background check.
Ability to work mandatory overtime based on business needs.

Responsibilities

Perform light bodywork, including vehicle preparation, sanding, buffing, bumper removal and installation, single-panel repair, Bondo repair, and minor plastic welding.
Perform multi-panel bodywork, including heavy plastic welding, minor metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, stud welding, and large-area heavy bodywork.
Train other auto body technicians and perform extensive multi-panel bodywork, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, and stud welding.
Prepare vehicles for cosmetic painting by sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging or tearing down, and buffing.
Prime vehicles and perform final sanding before painting; perform buffing, touch-ups, paint mixing, and airbrushing.
Match and mix paint colors and use water-based paint to paint vehicles in paint booths.
Paint vehicles with base coats, tri-coats, solid, metallic, and clear coats; blend adjacent panels and correct paint.
Work mandatory overtime when required by business needs.