Detailer

CarMax • Bakersfield, CA

10d • $23 - $24

About The Position

As a Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II at CarMax, you perform cosmetic inspections, final quality checks, and advanced reconditioning work—including paint touch-up, wet sanding, and buffing—to ensure vehicles meet CarMax’s quality and appearance standards and are ready for customers. The position also supports auction preparation and movement of vehicles on and off the lot. You are expected to follow Environmental, Health and Safety requirements and keep your work area clean and orderly.

Requirements

• Complete all CarMax training programs, including online and hands-on modules.
• Read, interpret, and accurately record data for inventory and quality control.
• Handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and perform manual tasks for extended periods.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members.
• Work indoors and outdoors, including in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Execute standardized cosmetic reconditioning processes at an established pace while maintaining efficiency and quality.
• Perform advanced cosmetic repairs, including paint touch-up, wet sanding, and buffing.
• Complete cosmetic and final quality inspections to ensure vehicles meet customer-ready standards.
• Identify defects and determine appropriate repair methods.
• Support auction preparation and assist with moving vehicles on and off the lot.
• Deliver customer service and collaborate with team members to achieve goals.
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety requirements and maintain a clean, orderly work area.

Benefits

• Paid sick time: up to 48 hours per year, accrued per pay period, for eligible full-time hourly or commission/incentive-eligible associates.
• Paid vacation: 80 to 200 hours per year after a 90-day waiting period for eligible full-time hourly or commission/incentive-eligible associates, depending on years of continuous service.
• Paid scheduled holidays: 8 hours of pay for each of six scheduled holidays per year, plus one floating holiday, for eligible full-time hourly or commission/incentive-eligible associates.
• Holiday premium pay when eligible associates work a scheduled holiday due to business need.
• Full-time salaried associates receive paid time away, with no specified limit, 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