Entry Level Auto Body Repair Technician - Manville, NJ - 2nd shift

Responsibilities

• Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Perform cosmetic services such as bag vehicles, block sanding, body filler, buffing, masking, sanding, taping, and tear down.
• 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.
• What you should have
• This position requires at least 6 months of Paint and Body experience and requires someone who has an entry-level level understanding of vehicle repair while having an interest in continuing their career as an auto body technician. Requirements include:
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Minimum 6 months of Paint and Body experience or Collision repair education
• 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.
• It would be great if you also had
• iCAR certifications
• Experience working in the Autobody Industry or in a Lean Manufacturing environment
• Experience prepping vehicles for paint
• Experience working for a fast-paced hyper-growth company
• Experience detailing vehicles
• The Cosmetic Associate, Cosmetic, Paint team member will report to the Line Lead, Cosmetic, and will be an hourly full-time position. No travel is required.
• What we'll offer in return
• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skillset and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.
• Other requirements
• To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a valid driver's license
• This job position is designated as a safety-sensitive position
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting fro

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Additional Information

About Carvana At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren't car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won't sell a car to a customer that we wouldn't sell to our own Mom. Period. To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, we've built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website. Using our Carvana Certified 150-point inspection process, we're able to verify that every vehicle meets our rigorous mechanical and cosmetic standards. We strive to provide only the highest quality vehicles to our customers in our mission to deliver a no-hassle, better car buying experience. We are actively looking for passionate and talented individuals who can help us deliver on that promise. Think you've got what it takes to join our team? Keep reading below to see what we're looking for! About the team and position As a Cosmetic Associate, Cosmetic, Paint you will have the opportunity to work at one of our Inspection Centers while being responsible for preparing the vehicle for cosmetic paintwork 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.

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