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Entry-Level Auto Body Prepper

Carvana
Akron, USAfull_timePosted 10 Jun 2026

About the role

<p>We’re looking for Autobody Preppers with a <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">minimum of 1 year</span> of professional automotive bodywork experience</strong> to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.<br><br>As an Auto Body Repair Technician, you’ll be expected to <strong>perform light bodywork</strong>, including:</p> <ul> <li>Prepping, sanding, and buffing vehicles</li> <li>Removing and installing bumpers</li> <li>Minor plastic welding</li> <li>Small area bodywork (including Bondo repair)</li> </ul> <p><br>At Carvana, you’ll receive a <strong>competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match and even a vehicle purchase discount </strong>– all while using state of the art tools in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers (<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://www.carvana.com/careers/dept/inspection-centers">click here</a></strong></span> to learn more). If you’re joining us in an entry-level position, we offer training programs to make sure your skills and pay progress along with the company.</p> <hr> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Other perks of the Job</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>100% company-paid healthcare premiums</li> <li>Generous paid-time off and your birthday is a holiday!</li> <li>ASE and tool reimbursement programs</li> <li>Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment</li> </ul> <p><strong>Pay: $20 - $24 per hour based on experience</strong></p> <p><strong>Schedule: </strong></p> <p>We do everything we can to deliver an exceptional customer experience, and that includes delivering great vehicles when expected. If we're in a pinch, mandatory overtime is one way in which we can follow-through on this commitment to our customers. We're looking for team players who are all in on our mission and are able to work mandatory overtime based on our business needs. </p> <hr> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>How To Get Started</strong></span><br>Join the Carvana team by <strong>applying on this page</strong>, or call one of our recruiters by phone at<strong> (888) 690-7853</strong>, Monday through Friday, between 6 AM and 4 PM PT (9AM to 7PM ET).</p> <hr> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Not a match for this role?<br></strong></span>We have a

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