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Vehicle Condition Associate

Carvana · University Park, IL · Wholesale

Posted Sep 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

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

About your past

Tell me about a time your attention to detail caught a mistake.

What they are checking: Whether they naturally notice small things that others miss.

How is your driving record?

What they are checking: Whether they meet the clean record requirement in the posting.

What would you do

You're not sure if a mark is a scratch or just dirt. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they check carefully instead of guessing in the report.

This job is mostly outdoors and involves a lot of driving. How do you feel about that?

What they are checking: Whether they are ready for the physical side of the role in all weather.

You have many cars to inspect and limited time. How do you keep quality up?

What they are checking: Whether they can work steadily without rushing past problems.

Why does an accurate condition report matter to the company?

What they are checking: Whether they understand wrong reports cost money and trust in wholesale sales.

About the work

Walk me through how you would inspect a car for mechanical, drivability and cosmetic problems.

What they are checking: Whether they follow a set order so nothing gets missed.

How would you take photos of damage so someone else can see exactly what's wrong?

What they are checking: Whether they understand clear, well-lit photos are what wholesale buyers rely on.

How would you figure out a car's correct trim level and features?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to check badges, VIN data and equipment, since wrong trim changes value.

How comfortable are you using a phone or tablet app all day for work?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the digital and mobile tools the job depends on.

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The full job description

As published by Carvana.

Vehicle Condition Associate I Pay Range: $20 Position Overview: This entry level position is responsible for accurately assessing, documenting and maintaining the status and appearance of Carvana’s wholesale inventory. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. What you’ll be doing: • Ensure each vehicle is inspected for mechanical, drivability, and cosmetic concerns. • Operate state-of-the-art digital tools to accurately assess exterior and interior condition of Carvana’s wholesale inventory. • Consistently use mobile tools to take multiple images of the assigned vehicles, including photos of any observed damage. • Ensure each vehicle is documented with the correct trim levels and other vehicle features/attributes.   What the Job Requires To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. • High School Diploma or equivalent is required. • At least 18  years of age. • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no DUIs and no more than two moving violations in the last 3 years). • Ability to use digital devices and mobile applications. • Ability to pay attention to detail.  • Ability to frequently stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, squat, and lift up to 40 lbs. • Ability to drive frequently. • Ability to work outdoors continuously. • Ability and comfortability to be around fumes or odors that are from vehicles under maintenance. • Ability to work  in various weather conditions such as: rain, snow, heat, etc.   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.