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Full Time Customer Advocate, VM, Market Operations

Carvana

$19 - $21 / hour

Houston, TXFull-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description

We're looking for Customer Advocates with at least 2 years of customer-facing experience to build an exciting career at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500!

Whether it's helping customers with our one-of-a-kind Vending Machine experience or getting involved in the local community, our Customer Advocates are leading the charge in reintroducing happiness into the car-buying process.

Shift Requirement:. The hours for this position are from  1 pm - 9 pm. We ask that team members be available to work 6 days a week; Saturdays are required. 

Unlock Your Earning Potential!

We offer a competitive starting hourly rate of $19/hr with significant growth opportunities based on performance. You can boost your earnings within a short timeframe:

  • Pay Range: $19-$21 hourly
  • Starting Pay: $19/hr
  • At 3 Months: $19.50/hr
  • At 6 Months: $20/hr

In your first year, you can progress from $19/hr to $21/hr through our performance-based Careers Not Jobs program, which provides four merit opportunities annually. As part of this program, eligible team members can enjoy an additional $0.50 increase in their pay every 90 days.

And that's not all! Market Operations may offer other performance-based incentive programs specific to your location, potentially unlocking even greater earnings. 

Benefits + Perks: 

We continually invest in our team members’ success because when our team members grow, we grow. Here is how we invest in you: 

  • Compensation: Competitive, Performance-Based Compensation PLUS 401(k) with Carvana match, opportunity for overtime during busy seasons
  • Fast Track Advancement Opportunities: Stellar performers achieve higher pay rates sooner based on performance. Hard work and stellar performance won't go unnoticed.
  • Health & Wellness: Carvanafit Wellness Program. Free mental health help with Supportlinc.
  • Time Off & Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off (7.5 days) 
  • Professional Development: Extensive internal growth and professional development opportunities
  • And more!

About the Role: 

We're looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and self-motivated team players with at least 2 years of customer-facing experience to:

  • Create an amazing and memorable pick up experience for our customers; you’ll be the face of Carvana when customers come onsite to our car Vending Machine
  • Complete customer paperwork and include thorough notes in our customer tracking system
  • Swiftly address any customer questions or minor technical issues related to the vending machine process, ensuring a positive and memorable experience.
  • Consistently drive safe and maintain a clean driving record in accordance with Carvana's CMV Driver Qualification policy.

* Candidates must have (or be able to obtain) a Notary in your local jurisdiction within the first 90 days of employment (process sponsored by Carvana). This process may involve satisfying state-specific requirements. For further details, candidates can review their local state notary requirements here: State Notary Requirements.

* Candidates must be able to satisfy state-specific requirements related to access DMV/title and registration systems.

* California employees must obtain a Vehicle Verifier license within the first 90 days of employment (Process sponsored by Carvana).

 

General qualifications and requirements

  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks like detailing vehicles and loading/unloading vehicles onto our Vending Machine. You will work in indoor and outdoor conditions with occasional exposure to inclement/extreme weather 
  • Ability to walk/stand and sustain physical activity for extended periods of time (8+ hours)
  • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
  • Requires high and low levels of movement with the ability to reach with arms, twist, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, and squat
  • Requires the grasping, carrying, lifting, pushing, and pulling of items of 50lbs.
  • Frequent driving requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity. Reasonable accommodations may be granted to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Legal stuff

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • paid time off
  • professional development
  • wellness program

About this role

Carvana's Customer Advocate role in Houston puts you at the center of the company's distinctive car-buying experience. You'll manage the customer pickup process at Carvana's Vending Machine locations, handling paperwork, addressing questions about the transaction, and ensuring each customer interaction reflects the brand's commitment to making car buying enjoyable. The position demands at least two years of customer-facing experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a Notary certification within your first 90 days—Carvana covers the sponsorship costs.

This is a physically active in-office role requiring you to work one of two shifts (7 am–3 pm or 1 pm–9 pm) six days a week, including Saturdays. You'll spend time both indoors and outdoors, handling tasks like vehicle detailing and loading, often standing or walking for full eight-hour shifts and regularly lifting up to 50 pounds. The work environment includes occasional exposure to weather and requires good visual acuity and manual dexterity for frequent driving.

Compensation starts at $19 per hour with structured growth built in: you'll reach $19.50 at three months, $20 at six months, and can progress to $21 within your first year through Carvana's performance-based advancement program, which offers four merit review opportunities annually. Beyond base pay, the package includes 401(k) matching, 7.5 days of paid time off, a wellness program, free mental health support, and opportunities for overtime during peak seasons. This role suits someone energetic and self-motivated who thrives in a fast-paced customer environment and is ready for physical demands paired with genuine advancement potential.

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