Carvana
We’re looking for Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience to join us at Carvana – the fastest‑growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to reach the Fortune 500.
As an
Experienced Heavy Body Technician , you’ll be expected to train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including:
Heavy plastic welding/stapling
Heavy metal pulling, straightening, shrinking, and stud welding
Roof and rocker panel repair
Large area, heavy bodywork (including Bondo repair).
At Carvana, you’ll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match, a vehicle purchase discount, and state‑of‑the‑art tools in one of our high‑tech inspection centers. If you’re joining us in an entry‑level position, we offer training programs to ensure your skills and pay progress along with the company.
Other perks of the Job
Generous paid‑time off and your birthday is a holiday!
ASE and tool reimbursement programs
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Schedule We do everything we can to deliver an exceptional customer experience, and that includes delivering great vehicles when expected. Mandatory overtime may be required when we are in a pinch to meet deadlines. We’re looking for team players who are all‑in on our mission and able to work mandatory overtime based on our business needs.
How To Get Started Join the Carvana team by applying on this page or call one of our recruiters by phone at
(888) 690‑7853 , Monday through Friday, between 6 AM and 4 PM PT (9 AM to 7 PM ET).
Not a match for this role? We have a variety of prep roles available, depending on your experience – look below to see what you’ll be doing to help us get our low‑mileage, late‑model cars ready for our customers:
Entry‑Level Prepper
(minimum 1 year professional experience): perform light bodywork, including prepping, sanding, and buffing vehicles, removing and installing bumpers, single‑panel repair (including Bondo repair), and minor plastic welding
Mid‑Level Prepper
(minimum 3‑5 years professional experience): perform bodywork on multiple panels, including heavy plastic welding, minor metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, stud welding, and large area heavy bodywork (including Bondo repair)
Experienced Prepper
(minimum 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, and stud welding
We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 18 locations across the country. Please see our Careers site to apply for these roles:
Auto Body roles : Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair)
Auto Technician/Mechanic roles : Lube and oil, Inspection, brake and tire, mechanical repair/build, and Master Technician
Entry‑Level roles : Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator
General qualifications and requirements
Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools – must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Some positions may be subject to an MVR check
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
Use of safety equipment that may include but not be limited to face shield or goggles, non‑slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
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.
Think you’ve got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!
Equal‑employment‑opportunity statement Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
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As an
Experienced Heavy Body Technician , you’ll be expected to train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including:
Heavy plastic welding/stapling
Heavy metal pulling, straightening, shrinking, and stud welding
Roof and rocker panel repair
Large area, heavy bodywork (including Bondo repair).
At Carvana, you’ll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match, a vehicle purchase discount, and state‑of‑the‑art tools in one of our high‑tech inspection centers. If you’re joining us in an entry‑level position, we offer training programs to ensure your skills and pay progress along with the company.
Other perks of the Job
Generous paid‑time off and your birthday is a holiday!
ASE and tool reimbursement programs
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Schedule We do everything we can to deliver an exceptional customer experience, and that includes delivering great vehicles when expected. Mandatory overtime may be required when we are in a pinch to meet deadlines. We’re looking for team players who are all‑in on our mission and able to work mandatory overtime based on our business needs.
How To Get Started Join the Carvana team by applying on this page or call one of our recruiters by phone at
(888) 690‑7853 , Monday through Friday, between 6 AM and 4 PM PT (9 AM to 7 PM ET).
Not a match for this role? We have a variety of prep roles available, depending on your experience – look below to see what you’ll be doing to help us get our low‑mileage, late‑model cars ready for our customers:
Entry‑Level Prepper
(minimum 1 year professional experience): perform light bodywork, including prepping, sanding, and buffing vehicles, removing and installing bumpers, single‑panel repair (including Bondo repair), and minor plastic welding
Mid‑Level Prepper
(minimum 3‑5 years professional experience): perform bodywork on multiple panels, including heavy plastic welding, minor metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, stud welding, and large area heavy bodywork (including Bondo repair)
Experienced Prepper
(minimum 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and rocker panel repair, and stud welding
We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 18 locations across the country. Please see our Careers site to apply for these roles:
Auto Body roles : Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair)
Auto Technician/Mechanic roles : Lube and oil, Inspection, brake and tire, mechanical repair/build, and Master Technician
Entry‑Level roles : Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator
General qualifications and requirements
Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools – must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Some positions may be subject to an MVR check
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
Use of safety equipment that may include but not be limited to face shield or goggles, non‑slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
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.
Think you’ve got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!
Equal‑employment‑opportunity statement Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
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