Automotive Damage Inspector

Autoport Limited • Dearborn, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

At Autoport Limited, you can expect an exciting and interesting environment where you will be able to thrive in a close-knit, safety-focused culture. We provide opportunities for training and growth that create a foundation for long-term careers, and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. At Autoport, the Automotive Damage Inspector inspects vehicles for damage, and reports the condition of automotive arrivals and exits. This role communicates with a variety of key stakeholders, and is vital to the success of our organization. We require our Inspectors to have a keen eye for detail, be comfortable with working outdoors in adverse conditions, and have the ability to perform in an environment where the workload and demands frequently change.

Requirements

• High-School education, or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently on tasks with minimal direction.
• Strong interpersonal skills; the ability to establish and maintain cooperative, positive, working relationships with colleagues.
• Intermediate Skill with Microsoft Office programs, Internet, and a willingness to learn proprietary software for reporting purposes.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years experience in the automotive industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete detailed inspections of incoming / outgoing vehicles to observe for any scratches, dents, scuffs, or otherwise problematic blemishes to the body of the vehicles
• Assess and make record of vehicular damages or anomalies viewed, grading these against a standardized scale.
• Photograph damages and/or anomalies and upload images for record-keeping purposes.
• Transmit information to original equipment manufacturers (OEM's), shipping companies, and third-party contractors for oversight of claims and damages.
• Receive and process damage claims from OEM's; enter into the system, investigate VIN's history to validate claim, approve/deny.
• Communicate with OEM's, local leadership, and the Claims and Inspections Manager to ensure all relevant information is available at any time to the appropriate parties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED