Automotive Detailer

CarMax • Winston-Salem, NC

17d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Automotive Detailer at CarMax, you will help ensure vehicles meet the company’s standards for quality and appearance by performing professional detailing services, including paint retouching, interior cleaning, waxing, and buffing. The position works in a modern, climate-controlled facility and involves collaborating with a team of technicians. The role is based at CarMax’s Winston-Salem location in North Carolina. The hourly rate is $12.00–$18.00, and the position is eligible for commission.

CarMax describes itself as the nation’s largest used-car retailer, with over 250 store locations and more than 30,000 associates. The company emphasizes customer experience, innovation, integrity, and community involvement. CarMax is an equal opportunity employer and will consider reasonable accommodation for applicants upon request.

Requirements

• Strong manual dexterity and physical stamina.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a customer-focused mindset.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on automotive detailing experience, including washing, waxing, buffing, masking, sanding, grinding, and paint application.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and replace small parts efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform cosmetic inspections to identify detailing needs and ensure vehicles meet CarMax quality standards.
• Repair and replace small parts to maintain vehicle functionality and appearance.
• Perform paint retouching, waxing, buffing, and post-paint finishing to CarMax quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and follow safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver results and meet production goals.
• Follow Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Benefits

• Paid sick time: eligible full-time hourly or commissioned associates can accrue up to 48 hours per year.
• Paid vacation: eligible full-time hourly or commissioned associates receive between 80 and 200 hours per year after a 90-day waiting period, depending on years of continuous service.
• Paid holidays: eligible full-time hourly or commissioned associates receive 8 hours of pay for each of six scheduled holidays per year, plus one floating holiday.
• Holiday premium pay when eligible associates work a scheduled holiday due to business need.
• Paid vacation, comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, and exclusive car purchase discounts are mentioned in the position overview.
• The position is eligible for commission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed