Mid-Level Automotive Parts Associate
CarvanaUniversity Park, ILPosted 24 February 2026
Job Description
<p>We’re looking for Parts Associates with a <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">minimum of 6 months</span> of professional automotive parts 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 a Mid-Level Parts Associate, you’ll be expected to help <strong>manage our inventory of parts</strong> by:</p>
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<li>Sourcing and ordering complex automotive parts</li>
<li>Managing parts returns and general inventory</li>
<li>Communicating with dealers and suppliers</li>
<li>Managing reconciliation and recording of payment for parts </li>
</ul>
<p>Pay Range: $18.50-$20.50 hourly </p>
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<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Inter; font-size: 10.0pt;">Pay: Starting pay for this position is $18.50/hr.</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Inter; font-size: 10.0pt;">Schedule: We offer a first shift at this location. Please keep in mind that all locations are subject to mandatory overtime based on business need.</span></li>
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<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Inter; font-size: 10.0pt;">First shift: Mon-Fri 6am-3pm</span></li>
<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Inter; font-size: 10.0pt;">Second shift: Mon-Thurs 4pm-3am (4x10 hr. shifts)</span></li>
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<li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Inter; font-size: 10.0pt;">Location: Our inspection center is located at: 23619 Cicero Avenue University Park, IL 60484</span></li>
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<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>
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<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>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>How To Get Started</strong></span> - Join the Carvana team by applying on this page! </p>
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<p>We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 18 locations across the country – take a look at our <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://www.carvana.com/careers/dept/inspection-centers">Careers site</a></strong></span> to apply for one of the following roles:</p>
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<li><strong>Auto Body roles: </strong>Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) roles</li>
<li><strong>Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: </strong>Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles</li>
<li><strong>Entry-Level roles:</strong> Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator roles</li>
</ul>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>General qualifications and requirements</strong></span></p>
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<li>Ability to physically operate vehicle equip ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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