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Carvana

Senior Automotive Technician (2nd Shift) - $4,000-$6,000 Bonus

Old Hickory, TN

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17 Oct 2026

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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 Technician, Inspection, you will have the opportunity to drive the customer experience through

working at one of our Inspection Centers that help recondition the vehicles we sell to our customers.

This role will be responsible for conducting the initial inspection on our vehicles to look for any

imperfections or repairs that may be needed throughout the reconditioning process to ensure each

vehicle meets Carvana’s vehicle quality standards. 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.

The Technician, Inspection, will report to the Line Lead, Inspection, and will be an hourly full-time

position. No travel is required.

What you’ll be doing

Perform technician services such as routine 150 point inspections/maintenance.

Record imperfections found during the initial inspection process.

Notate and test all controls and features on the vehicles including back-up cameras, lane

departure, Bluetooth, etc.

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 Inspection department.

Report any safety issues or accidents to management immediately.

Other duties as assigned.

What you should know

This position requires a minimum of 6 months of Automotive Technician experience or an automotive

trade school degree and requires someone with an entry-level understanding of vehicle repair while

having an interest in continuing a career as a Technician in the automotive industry.

Minimum 6 months of Automotive Technician experience including basic inspections

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

Entry-level 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

ASE Certifications

Experience working in a high-end automotive facility or dealership

Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment

Experience working for a fast-paced hyper-growth company

What we’ll offer in return

Competitive hourly wages (NO FLAT RATE)

On the job training

100% company-paid healthcare premiums for employees

Excellent schedules that allow for work/life balance

401k with company match

ASE and Tool Reimbursement Programs

Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment

Vehicle Discount

A company culture of growth, with a start-up atmosphere, allowing for varied and rapid career

development

A leadership team that listens and is geared toward teammate engagement

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

Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the

essential functions of their jobs.

Physical demands

This job position is designated as a safety-sensitive position

Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder

heights; other lifting required from various levels

Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet

Requires standing for an extended period of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking

and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet

and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance

Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity

Requires use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles,

non-slip shoes, gloves, masks, and other protective garments and equipment

Requires frequent driving and some typing

Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance

Legal stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa

sponsorship.

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.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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