Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.40 - $36.90
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Paid sick time
Vacation Time
Paid holidays
Holiday premium pay
Floating holiday
training programs
Job Description
CarMax is a leading automotive retailer renowned for its customer-centric approach and commitment to providing a seamless car buying and selling experience. Established as a trusted and reputable company, CarMax operates a wide network of locations across the United States, combining innovation with outstanding customer service to meet the needs of both buyers and sellers. The company values diversity, inclusion, and fostering a positive work environment that empowers employees to grow professionally while contributing to CarMax's mission of delivering quality service. With a strong emphasis on integrity, transparency, and respect, CarMax stands out in the automotive retail industry as a company that prioritizes long-term relationships with customers and employees alike.
The role of an Auction Services Associate at CarMax's Oceanside ST Auction located at 1020 Airport Road in Oceanside, California, is a dynamic and multifaceted position primarily involved in several key operational aspects. This role includes zone maintenance, vehicle preparation, vehicle receiving, and inventory scanning and reconciliation, all critical to maintaining the accuracy and quality of the auction inventory. The Auction Services Associate is responsible for oversight of the final quality of saleable inventory and vehicle movement both on and off the lot. Asset protection is also an essential part of the responsibilities, ensuring that vehicles and inventory remain secure at all times.
Additionally, the Auction Services Associate provides exceptional service to both internal staff and external customers, often acting as a liaison during transactions and vehicle transfers. Duties frequently include delivering and retrieving vehicles from off-site vendors, participating actively in auction support, and assisting in the training of new associates. The role demands adherence to standardized work processes to maintain consistency and efficiency in operations. The environment is both office-based and outdoors, sometimes subjecting the associate to noisy or inclement weather conditions.
CarMax offers flexible working hours to accommodate shifts that may include nights, weekends, and holidays. The position requires the physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds and operate in fast-paced, high-energy conditions. The company provides the necessary uniform attire and emphasizes safety and cleanliness in the work environment.
The hourly wage for an Auction Services Associate position ranges from $17.40 to $36.90, reflecting experience and qualifications. CarMax also provides comprehensive benefits to its employees, including paid sick leave, vacation, holiday time, and employee training opportunities. This role is instrumental for those interested in pursuing a career within the automotive retail and auction sector, offering hands-on experience with inventory management, vehicle handling, and customer service excellence.
Joining CarMax means becoming part of a team dedicated to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The company supports its associates through structured training programs and the opportunity for advancement within a supportive workplace culture. Being an Auction Services Associate at CarMax is not just about handling vehicles but also about contributing to a larger mission of delivering quality and satisfaction to every stakeholder involved, making it a rewarding career path in a thriving industry.
The role of an Auction Services Associate at CarMax's Oceanside ST Auction located at 1020 Airport Road in Oceanside, California, is a dynamic and multifaceted position primarily involved in several key operational aspects. This role includes zone maintenance, vehicle preparation, vehicle receiving, and inventory scanning and reconciliation, all critical to maintaining the accuracy and quality of the auction inventory. The Auction Services Associate is responsible for oversight of the final quality of saleable inventory and vehicle movement both on and off the lot. Asset protection is also an essential part of the responsibilities, ensuring that vehicles and inventory remain secure at all times.
Additionally, the Auction Services Associate provides exceptional service to both internal staff and external customers, often acting as a liaison during transactions and vehicle transfers. Duties frequently include delivering and retrieving vehicles from off-site vendors, participating actively in auction support, and assisting in the training of new associates. The role demands adherence to standardized work processes to maintain consistency and efficiency in operations. The environment is both office-based and outdoors, sometimes subjecting the associate to noisy or inclement weather conditions.
CarMax offers flexible working hours to accommodate shifts that may include nights, weekends, and holidays. The position requires the physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds and operate in fast-paced, high-energy conditions. The company provides the necessary uniform attire and emphasizes safety and cleanliness in the work environment.
The hourly wage for an Auction Services Associate position ranges from $17.40 to $36.90, reflecting experience and qualifications. CarMax also provides comprehensive benefits to its employees, including paid sick leave, vacation, holiday time, and employee training opportunities. This role is instrumental for those interested in pursuing a career within the automotive retail and auction sector, offering hands-on experience with inventory management, vehicle handling, and customer service excellence.
Joining CarMax means becoming part of a team dedicated to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The company supports its associates through structured training programs and the opportunity for advancement within a supportive workplace culture. Being an Auction Services Associate at CarMax is not just about handling vehicles but also about contributing to a larger mission of delivering quality and satisfaction to every stakeholder involved, making it a rewarding career path in a thriving industry.
Job Requirements
- Ability to read, interpret, and transcribe data to maintain accurate records
- Ability to multitask in a high energy, fast paced environment
- Strong inventory management skills
- Willingness to learn wholesale and inventory operating procedures
- Completion of CarMax provided training
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to work in both office and outdoor environments including noisy or inclement weather conditions
- Wear company-provided uniform at all times
Job Qualifications
- High school degree or equivalent work experience preferred
- Ability to read, interpret, and transcribe data accurately
- Ability to multitask in a high energy, fast paced environment
- Strong inventory management capabilities
- Willingness to acquire knowledge of wholesale and inventory operating procedures
- Successfully work with associates of other departments within the geographic location
- Completion of CarMax provided training
Job Duties
- Ensure daily maintenance and security of inventory and vehicle parking areas
- Maintain and document the transfer of incoming and outgoing inventory processed through the shipping and receiving facility
- Participate in auction support
- Deliver and retrieve vehicles from off-site vendors
- Assist with training new associates
- Adhere to standardized work processes
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Take customers to and from destinations using shuttle van
- Complete daily scanning and reconciliation of vehicle inventory
- Perform wholesale reconditioning process
- Assist in selling wholesale inventory using auction systems and simulcast platforms
- Participate in gas reclamation process once certified
- Monitor transportation of incoming inventory from satellite locations
- Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external customers at all times
- Assist in other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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