Experienced Auto Painter - Houston, TX

Carvana • Houston, TX

106d

About The Position

As a Cosmetic Associate III, Cosmetic, Paint you will have the opportunity to work at one of our Inspection Centers while being responsible for blending two-stage base coat, painting, and glossing vehicles for paint during our reconditioning process. The qualifying candidate must love helping people and possess the drive to achieve superior customer satisfaction. They must be goal-oriented, enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, with the ability to interact and communicate with all levels of the organization.

Requirements

• Minimum 5-7 years of paint and body experience or collision repair education
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• A valid Driver's License
• A positive, can-do attitude with a desire to work in a team setting
• Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools
• A quality-first mentality that takes pride in upholding Carvana's vehicle quality standards
• Strong, consistent attention to detail
• Moderate understanding of vehicle mechanical repair
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures and guidelines
• Ability to review, analyze, identify problems, and make decisions
• An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
• Strong communication skills to engage with all departments at the Inspection Center

Nice To Haves

• iCAR certifications
• Experience working in the Autobody Industry or in a Lean Manufacturing environment
• Experience painting and glossing vehicles
• Experience working for a fast-paced hyper-growth company

Responsibilities

• Blending base coat for a color match for two-stage paint application
• Correct fish-eyes as they appear in the paint
• Use water-base paint to paint and gloss the vehicle inside our paint booths
• Complete touch-up, airbrush, headlight, interior, wheel, and/or rim repair
• Concisely and collaboratively communicate with the Cosmetic team if additional work on a vehicle is needed
• Follow proper operating rules, procedures, and standardized work initiatives as assigned
• Work on a variety of vehicle tasks for extended periods of time
• Partner and provide clear communication with other team members and departments involved in the vehicle reconditioning process
• Maintain a clean and productive work environment by keeping tools and supplies organized throughout the Cosmetic department
• Report any safety issues or accidents to management immediately
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages (NO FLAT RATE)
• On the job training
• 100% company-paid healthcare premiums for employees
• Excellent schedules that allow for work/life balance
• 401k with company match
• ASE and Tool Reimbursement Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
• Vehicle Discount
• A company culture of growth, with a start-up atmosphere, allowing for varied and rapid career development
• A leadership team that listens and is geared toward teammate engagement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
• Education Level: No Education Listed