Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate 2 / Detailer

CarMax • Smithtown, NY

8d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The posting’s title is Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate 2 / Detailer, while its position overview describes a Flow Inventory Associate role. The overview presents the work as a hands-on position focused on maintaining vehicle inventory and customer experience in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities described include receiving and shipping vehicles, lot maintenance, merchandising, and uploading photos so vehicles meet CarMax quality standards. The posting also emphasizes accuracy, organization, integrity, innovation, and teamwork.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet CarMax driving standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, and accurately transcribe data for inventory records.
• Completion of Inventory Associate workstation certifications and assigned trainings.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory by following CarMax inventory processes.
• Receive and secure vehicles shipped to CarMax and prepare title packets for transfers.
• Perform lot maintenance and merchandising, ensuring display areas are clean and organized.
• Prepare vehicles for customer returns and loaners, including washing and vacuuming.
• Execute the photo station process for carmax.com listings.
• Drive vehicles on and off the lot for repairs, storage, and auction support.
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Benefits

• Paid sick time: eligible associates can accrue up to 48 hours per year.
• Vacation time: eligible full-time hourly or commission/incentive associates receive 80 to 200 hours per year after a 90-day waiting period, depending on continuous service.
• Six paid scheduled holidays per year and one floating holiday for eligible full-time hourly or commission/incentive associates.
• Holiday Premium Pay when an eligible associate works on a scheduled holiday due to business need.
• Full-time salaried associates receive paid time away as needed for sick time, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, and floating holidays, subject to manager approval.

What This Job Offers

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