Carvana · Portland, OR

Security Associate - 2nd Shift at Carvana — Portland, OR

Full-timePortland, OR$18.5–$19.5/hourPosted 2026-07-14Apply on Greenhouse

Full job description

  • 3pm-11:30pm Tuesday-Saturday

Pay Range: $18.50-$19.50 hourly

A Day in the Life

  • Manage and properly document the movement of cars into and out of the Inspection Center entrance and exit gates.
  • You will be the face of Carvana to our associates, our vendors, and anyone visiting a site.
  • Lead with effective communication with team, partners, and customers. Ensure you are a strong active listener and are incorporating effective dialogue.
  • Conduct routine patrols of the Inspection Center and Logistics facility yard and buildings - documenting any security and/or safety concerns.
  • Become trained and certified on a variety of life saving measures such as first aid, CPR, and AED. Be there when the Team needs you.
  • Partner with your Safe and Secure Team Lead and Safe and Secure Manager to remedy the various requests we receive for badge creation, CCTV review, amongst other components.
  • Promote an incident ready focus everyday at your site. Understand our Incident Response Protocol and ensure appropriate actions are taken when needed.
  • De-escalate situations to ensure we collaborate with partners and team members; keep our Carvana value in mind, “we are all in this together”.
  • Execute the facility Safe and Secure Principles at the entrance/exits. These Principles articulate processes to follow when allowing access and exit from the Carvana Facility/Lot.
  • Utilize our Safe and Secure Application (SAS App) and RFID Technology.
  • Deliver a service first approach in everything you do.
  • Make a difference by exemplifying our Carvana values.

What we’ll offer in return

  • Full-Time hourly Position with a competitive wage.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
  • 401K with company match.
  • A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more..
  • A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
  • Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
  • A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
  • A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.

Key Metrics:

  • Unit Loss Rate versus Plan
  • Safe and Secure App Execution
  • Inventory Control/Accuracy and Tracking
  • Safety Incident Performance
  • JIRA Ticket Service Level Score

Basic Qualifications

  • 1-2 years of experience within a customer service environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven track record of strong decision-making in a complex environment
  • Ability to relate well with others and establish strong working relationships
  • Ability to organize, plan, and execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment
  • Ability to handle conflict situations in a positive way

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of CCTV, RFID, Card Access, and other Safe and Secure Technology
  • Previous experience supporting an OSHA program – Safety Team
  • Experience supporting crisis prevention and/or response plans

Other requirements

  • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • This job position is designated as a safety-sensitive position
  • Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels
  • Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet
  • Requires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance
  • Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity
  • Requires use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
  • Requires frequent driving and computer data entry
  • Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance
  • The facility is a 24/7 operation and gates must be manned at all times.

About Carvana

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Required skills

  • logistics
  • data entry
  • osha certification
  • safe
  • inventory management
  • cpr
  • communication
  • driving
  • jira
  • customer service