Cosmetic Reconditioning Specialist II – Paint & Finish Expert

6014 - Oxnard — 2001 Lockwood Street, Oxnard, California, 93036

As a Cosmetic Reconditioning Associate II at Car Max, you’ll play a vital role in delivering best‑in‑class vehicles to our customers. You will perform cosmetic inspections, final quality checks, and advanced reconditioning tasks such as paint touch‑up, wet sanding, and buffing. Your work ensures every Car Max vehicle meets our high standards for quality and appearance, helping customers feel confident in their purchase.

• Execute standardized cosmetic reconditioning processes at an established pace to maintain efficiency and quality.
• Perform advanced cosmetic repairs including paint touch‑up, wet sanding, and buffing to restore vehicles to Car Max standards.
• Complete cosmetic and final quality inspections to ensure vehicles meet customer‑ready standards.
• Identify defects and determine the best repair methods for optimal results.
• Support auction preparation and assist with vehicle movement on and off the lot.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and collaborate with team members to achieve goals.
• Follow Car Max Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

• Completion of all Car Max training programs, including online and hands‑on modules.
• Ability to read, interpret, and record data accurately for inventory and quality control.
• Skilled in performing multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing manual tasks for extended periods.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.
• Willingness to work in indoor and outdoor conditions, including inclement weather.

$23.23 - $24.10

Except as otherwise required by state law, Car Max Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.

• Full‑time hourly or commission/incentive eligible associates may earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year (accrued per pay period) and between 80 hours and 200 hours of vacation time per year after a 90‑day waiting period, depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
• Full‑time hourly or commission/incentive eligible associates receive pay for each of a total of six paid scheduled holidays per year plus one floating holiday. If such an associate works on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.
• Full‑time salaried associates are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc., subject to manager approval.

For more details about benefits, please visit our Car Max Benefits website.

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.

Upon an applicant's request, Car Max will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the Car Max Job Application.