Hiring: Mid-Level Automotive Painter - $6000 Bonus Company: Carvana Location: Elyria, OH Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 19:28:16 About the job Experience: •3 years of professional automotive painting experience 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. •1 year professional experience): prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush. •3 years professional experience): match/mix paint color and use water-based paint to paint the vehicle inside our paint booths •5 years professional experience): painting (base coats, tri-coats, solid, metallic, and clear coats), blending adjacent panels, and paint correcting vehicles. Qualifications: •Demonstrated capacity 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 Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check •An 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 limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment •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? •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. •18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Some positions may be subject to an Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check •18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. •At least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Some positions may be subject to an Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check Compensation: •At Carvana, you’ll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match and even a vehicle purchase discount Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!