Join Our Team as an Autobody Prepper!
Are you ready to take your automotive skills to the next level? At Carvana, the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history, we’re on the lookout for Experienced Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience. Join us and be part of a company that’s not just about selling cars, but about delivering quality and excellence!
Your Role and Responsibilities
As an Experienced Heavy Body Technician, you will:
* Train and mentor fellow autobody technicians
* Perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including:
o Heavy plastic welding/stapling
o Heavy metal pulling, straightening, shrinking, and stud welding
o Roof and rocker panel repair
* Handle large area, heavy bodywork (including Bondo repair)
Why Carvana?
At Carvana, we believe in rewarding our team members with a competitive wage and fantastic perks, including:
* 100% company-paid healthcare premiums
* Generous paid time off, including a holiday for your birthday!
* ASE and tool reimbursement programs
* Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
* A 401(k) plan with company match
* Vehicle purchase discounts
Growth Opportunities
If you’re starting in an entry-level position, we offer comprehensive training programs to help you develop your skills and advance your career as we grow together!
Qualifications and Requirements
To thrive in this role, you should meet the following criteria:
* Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools, with the capacity to lift up to 60 pounds independently
* Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, sometimes exposed to varying weather conditions
* Willingness to use safety equipment, including face shields, goggles, gloves, and other protective gear
Explore Other Opportunities
Not quite the right fit? No problem! We have a variety of prep roles available based on your experience:
* Entry-Level Prepper (min 1 year experience): Light bodywork, prepping, sanding, buffing, and minor plastic welding
* Mid-Level Prepper (min 3-5 years experience): Bodywork on multiple panels, including heavy plastic welding and minor metal pulling
* Experienced Prepper (min 5 years experience): Extensive bodywork and training of other technicians
About Carvana
At Carvana, we sell cars, but we’re not just car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won’t sell a car to a customer that we wouldn’t sell to our own Mom. We’ve built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers across the country to ensure our cars are in top-notch condition before they reach our customers.
Think you’ve got what it takes to join our dynamic team? Apply today!
Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category. Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.