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Customer Advocate Vending Machine, Market Operations - Chicago, IL - Penny

Carvana · Chicago, IL · $20.00–$22.00 an hour · Market Operations

Posted Sep 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about your customer-facing experience. What did you learn about keeping people happy?

What they are checking: Whether they bring at least two years of real customer experience and have learned from it.

Tell me about a time you dealt with an upset customer. How did it end?

What they are checking: Whether they can turn a bad moment around without becoming defensive.

How do you stay focused on details when you are handling several customers in a day?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay accurate with paperwork and handoffs during a busy shift.

Tell me about a time you helped out in your local community.

What they are checking: Whether they would embrace the community involvement the posting mentions.

What would you do

A customer arrives at the Vending Machine and the car has a scratch they did not expect. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, show empathy and find a solution during an emotional moment.

How would you make picking up a car at the Vending Machine feel special for a customer?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that the experience itself is part of what Carvana sells.

This job runs six days a week with Saturdays required and shifts from 7 am to 3 pm or 1 pm to 9 pm. Does that schedule work for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably meet the schedule, which is a firm requirement of the role.

Pay increases are tied to performance here. What do you think strong performance looks like in this role?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how the role is measured and are motivated by growth.

A customer wants to back out of their purchase right at pickup. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they stay respectful, follow process and keep the customer's trust even if the sale changes.

About the work

How would you walk a customer through paperwork and vehicle features before they drive away?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain details clearly and patiently so customers feel confident.

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The full job description

As published by Carvana.

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 7 am - 3 pm or 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 $20/hr with significant growth opportunities based on performance. You can boost your earnings within a short timeframe: • Pay Range: $20-$22 hourly • Starting Pay: $20/hr • At 3 Months: $20.50/hr • At 6 Months: $21/hr In your first year, you can progress from $22/hr to $22/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: 100% Company Paid Healthcare Premiums plus Dental + Vision benefits. Wellness program to support mental, physical and financial health. We know pets are family too! Benefit from our pet care savings program to keep your furry friends healthy and happy. • Time Off & Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off (13 days for the first year, increases to 20 days thereafter)  • Education Support:  We support you depending on where you are at in your education journey - if you are looking to pursue a bachelor's degree, we offer tuition reimbursement. And if you already have your bachelors degree we have a student loan repayment program! • Equity: Carvana Shares is something that we grant to our team members on an annual basis where you get to be an ‘owner’ in the company. We also offer an Employee Stock Purchase Plan discount! • 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). * Nevada, Tennessee, and Virginia employees must apply for a Salesperson license within the first two weeks of employment (process sponsored by Carvana). Obtaining this license is a condition of employment; failure to secure it may impact continued employment in this role. 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.

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