Automotive Inspector I (Manheim)
About The Position
The Automotive Inspector I learns the vehicle inspection process and creates accurate vehicle records to support daily operations. The role verifies vehicle identification and enters details such as VIN, year, make, model, subseries, and mileage into the inspection system. It inspects and documents vehicle equipment, options, damage, prior repairs, structural issues, and missing or inoperable items. The inspector evaluates and records exterior and interior condition, completes and verifies data entry, and may jump-start, move, and photograph vehicles. This is an onsite role at a specified Cox location, with frequent exposure to varying outdoor weather conditions. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A pre-employment drug test is required.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
- Ability to pass the Inspector Certification Exam within 90 days.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles.
- Minimal knowledge of automotive body and mechanical work.
- One year of body shop, mechanical, claims adjuster, or estimating experience.
- Experience navigating handheld and other documentation devices.
Responsibilities
- Verify vehicle identification and enter VIN, year, make, model, subseries, and mileage into the inspection system.
- Inspect vehicle equipment and options and document damage, previous repairs, structural issues, and missing or inoperable items.
- Evaluate and record exterior vehicle condition, including tires, frame, glass, body panels, and mechanical components.
- Document interior vehicle condition, including seats, dashboard, and vehicle options.
- Complete and verify data entry.
- Perform other duties as needed, including jump-starting, moving, and photographing vehicles.
Benefits
- At least 16 hours of paid time off per month.
- Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Additional paid time off for bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteer time, military leave, and parental leave.
- Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), sick leave, parental leave, and flexible vacation/wellness days or PTO.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
