Vehicle Inspector Apprentice (Manheim)

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Vehicle Operations

Inspector Apprentice

Individual ContributorNo remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

No

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $13.37 - $20.00/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Perform quality inspections on units as they arrive at auction. Working in all-weather elements year-round. Verifying key components on units and their damages. Learning from a Lead Inspector on how our systems work and how to overall inspect units as they pertain to our standard guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify vehicle identification and enter accurate vehicle information into the inspection system. (i.e., correct VIN, year, make model, sub series, & mileage.

• Inspect vehicle equipment and options, documenting results including damage, previous repairs, structural damage, missing or inoperable items.

• Inspect and record vehicle exterior condition, including but not limited to tires, frame, glass, panels and mechanical components.

• Inspect and record the vehicle interior condition, including but not limited to seats, dashboard and options.

• Complete and verify data entry in support of documentation of vehicle condition.

• Other duties as needed or required. (i.g., jump starting vehicles, moving vehicles, imaging vehicles)

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED.

• Generally, less than 2 years of experience.

• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.   

• Basic computer skills. 

Preferred:

• Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles.

• Minimal knowledge of automotive body and mechanical work.

• 0-1 years of body shop, mechanical, claims adjuster or estimating experience.

• Ability to multitask and must be detail orientated.

• Experience in navigating handheld and other documentation devices.

• Ability to pass Inspector Certification Exam within 90 days.

Physical requirements:

• Frequently required to crouch, bend and kneel to look at side or underneath car. Strength to lift hood or trunk. Bend while performing audits. Reach inside or underneath vehicle.  

• Near vision abilities required to find dings and scratches, paint work, hail damage, frame/unibody, other exterior damage and Interior damage.  Able to identify exterior or interior colors

• Ability to deal with different lighting (i.e., exterior and interior lighting, natural and artificial light)

• Requires physical ability and mental acuity to execute the duties of the position successfully within required timeframes to meet business requirements.

• Work outside in the elements year-round.

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

 

 

Salary : $13 - $20