or apply directly on Carvana's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 15 days Carvana's roles stay open a median of 33 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 48% of Carvana's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Carvana
- high 635 stale, 318 reposted of 1,810 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3562 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Carvana's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Carvana.
About this role
As an Automotive Cosmetic Inspector at Carvana, you will prep vehicles for paint by performing tasks such as sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. This entry-level position requires at least 6 months of professional automotive prepping experience and involves working in a fast-paced environment, often with mandatory overtime to meet customer demands.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 3/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Carvana as an employer.
What you need
- Minimum of 6 months of professional automotive prepping experience
- 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
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
What you get
- Competitive wage ($18-$20/hourly)
- 100% company-paid healthcare premiums
- Generous paid-time off including your birthday as a holiday
- 401(k) with Carvana match
- ASE and tool reimbursement programs
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Worth weighing
- Mandatory overtime may be required based on business needs
- Fast-paced work environment with potential exposure to excessive weather conditions
Summarised from Carvana's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Carvana on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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