Great people to work with - Service Writer CarMax Employee Review

5.0
Mar 14, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The great opportunity to work within the automotive industry. Not only do you build relationships with those within your own dealership but you also network with other dealerships and vendors that provides support to the CarMax staff and customers.

Cons

A company growing at a fast pace and is open to cross training and promoting from within creating many opportunities at either the dealership you work at or the possibility of transferring to others

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5.0
Jan 17, 2026
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Pros

Got to drive large variety of vehicles, great benefits, loved the people

Cons

Very slow progression, must switch departments to advance in company

2.0
Apr 5, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Updated computer monitors and desks improve the physical workspace. Some managers are supportive and actively try to remove roadblocks for their teams.

Cons

The environment no longer feels professional and has declined quickly in recent months. Leadership culture often comes across as a “bro club,” particularly at the LGM and Business Office leadership level. Diversity in leadership appears inconsistent. While women are occasionally placed in visible roles, advancement and inclusion seem to favor middle-aged white men the majority of the time. Teams operate in silos, and collaboration across departments is limited. Some new consultants rely on searching for answers rather than using the provided training materials, which affects consistency and customer confidence. Managers frequently have to push back against leadership to remove roadblocks that slow down the processes.

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