Paint Prep Technician

Paint Prep Technician

As a Paint Prep Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring every vehicle meets Car Max's quality standards for quality and appearance. In this fast-paced, hands-on environment, you'll prepare and recondition vehicles so they meet Car Max quality standards. Your expertise in paint preparation and finishing will help deliver safe, reliable, and quality cars to our customers.

At Car Max, we believe in creating exceptional experiences for both customers and associates. You'll work in a modern, climate-controlled facility alongside a team of skilled professionals who value collaboration and respect. We'll provide the tools, training, and support you need to excel and grow your career in automotive reconditioning.

Why Car Max?

At Car Max, we are the nation's largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We're rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you're advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.

• Perform expert paint retouching, post-paint finishing, waxing, and buffing to restore vehicles to Car Max quality standards
• Execute dent repair, masking, sanding, and grinding for bodywork repairs
• Repair or replace small plastic and trim components to ensure full functionality
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deliver exceptional results
• Follow Car Max Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

• Hands-on experience in masking, sanding, grinding, and applying automotive paint
• Strong manual dexterity and physical stamina, including ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate vehicles safely

Car Max is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.