Condition Report Writer

ACV•Elm Mott, TX

About The Position

Perform vehicle inspections to assess overall condition in support of processing and selling client vehicles in the lane and online. The role documents vehicle information, equipment, damage, odometer readings, frame condition, and mechanical issues; photographs vehicles as needed; and may move and park vehicles in designated areas. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Ability to operate a computer, laptop, or tablet; iPad preferred.
Ability to write reports professionally.
Basic knowledge of vehicles.
Ability to use standardized lists to assign costs for damage.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to learn job-specific computer programs.
Ability to digitally photograph vehicles and upload photos to a computer.
Detail oriented.
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Able to work with minimal supervision and prioritize duties.
Able to work outside in any weather conditions.
Must be able to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
Must be able and willing to get underneath vehicles for visual frame inspections.
Able to follow tasks through to completion.
Able to communicate well in person and in writing.
Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.

Nice To Haves

Post-high-school training in damage assessment.
Background in automotive repair cost estimating.

Responsibilities

Verify vehicle identification.
Identify and update vehicle information, including year, make, model, and trim lines.
Inspect vehicle equipment, options, interior, tires, and mechanical components.
Document and estimate vehicle damage.
Take photographs to support and complete reports, or as needed on sales days.
Move vehicles throughout the lot and park them in designated areas if needed.
Review and document odometer information.
Assess frame condition and document damage to the unibody and/or frame.
Assess the mechanical condition of vehicles and document issues found during the condition-report process.
Perform additional duties as assigned.