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Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Painter

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.59/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Apply paint, stain and other finishes to property walls, ceilings, and furniture ... We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and ...

Painter

Chicago, IL · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Apply paint, stain and other finishes to property walls, ceilings, and furniture ... We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Job Requirements The Paint Associate is responsible for delivering an outstanding customer experience by providing expert knowledge and consultation within the paint department. This role involves ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Painter

Saint Petersburg, FL

$17.50 - $24/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Apply paint, stain and other finishes to property walls, ceilings, and furniture ... We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and ...

POSITION SUMMARY Apply paint, stain and other finishes to property walls, ceilings, and furniture ... We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and ...

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

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How much do painter associate jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for painter associate in the United States is $26.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Painter Associate vs Painter Apprentice?

AspectPainter AssociatePainter Apprentice
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some on-the-job trainingTypically in training; may require basic skills or enrollment in apprenticeship programs
Work EnvironmentCommercial, residential, or industrial painting sitesTraining sites, job sites under supervision
Employer & Industry UsagePainting contractors, construction companiesApprenticeship programs within similar companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Painter Associate and a Painter Apprentice is experience and training level. Painter Associates are usually experienced workers performing painting tasks independently, while Painter Apprentices are in training, learning skills under supervision. Both roles work in similar environments and industries, but the Apprentice role is focused on skill development and gaining experience for future full-time work.

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Infographic showing various Painter Associate job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 28% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 66% Contract, 1% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $54,562 per year, or $26.2 per hour.
Painter

Full-time

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 365 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

6020 - Myrtle Beach - 4649 Factory Store Blvd, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29579CarMax, the way your career should be!  

Position Overview

As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax’s paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position involves performing advanced paint application, minor repairs, sanding, grinding, and paint preparation. You’ll also support related reconditioning duties as needed, contributing to a team that values precision, quality, and efficiency. At CarMax, your expertise helps deliver vehicles that meet CarMax standards—creating an exceptional experience for every customer.

Why CarMax?

At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.

Role Responsibilities

  • Perform complete paint applications, including color matching and mixing for a quality finish
  • Execute minor repairs such as sanding and grinding to restore vehicle surfaces
  • Maintain paint preparation standards to ensure vehicles meet CarMax quality guidelines
  • Collaborate in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives with your team
  • Follow standardized work processes and maintain compliance with CarMax Paint Standards
  • Keep all equipment and tools in optimal condition, ensuring safety and efficiency
  • Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Required Qualifications

  • Completion of CarMax New Associate Orientation Training – Operations
  • Ability to meet performance standards and workstation certifications for all related roles
  • Skilled in reading, interpreting, and recording data accurately and performing multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
  • Proficient in color discernment and paint application techniques
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work indoors/outdoors in varying conditions
  • Strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers and team members
  • Required to use CarMax-provided respiratory protection. Must be clean-shaven to use half-face respirator.

About CarMax

At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.

As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what’s next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.


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