Field Inspector III - Express

About the position

A Field Inspector functions as a member of the Manheim Express team for a designated region with the primary responsibilities of providing accurate and complete documentation of overall vehicle condition within the parameters of a Manheim Express Inspection. This position requires the daily use of a personal vehicle to visit multiple auto dealerships in the local area. You must reside (in, near, within): St Louis, MO.

Responsibilities

• Locate, start, move, inspect, and return vehicles on dealer's lots safely.
• Conduct thorough assessment of vehicle condition following the Manheim Express Inspection process.
• Verify vehicle identification and enter accurate vehicle information into the inspection system to correct VIN, mileage, and sub series.
• Inspect vehicle equipment and options, documenting results including 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.
• Perform basic mechanical checks on vehicles including powertrain, drivetrain, and electrical components.
• Functions as a solid team player and work closely with teammates, field sales, and customer care to create a superior customer experience.
• Utilize SalesForce.com for reporting, lead input and customer performance reviews.
• Inform and educate dealers of changes in auction policies and procedures.
• Partner with our Clients to inspect vehicles at their location and ask for more inventory.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such.
• Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Minimal automotive knowledge preferred.
• 0-1 years of any automotive related experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record required.
• Reliable transportation is required. Mileage reimbursed.
• Travel 100%.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Must be detail orientated.
• Experience in navigating handheld and other documentation devices preferred.
• Motivated to work independently with remote supervision.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction is required.
• Body, paint, and mechanical repair knowledge helpful.
• Familiarity with unibody and full-frame helpful.
• Ability to lift and hold at least 30 lbs. at waist level for an extended period of time.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.
• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Body, paint, and mechanical repair knowledge helpful.
• Familiarity with unibody and full-frame helpful.

Benefits

• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement planning (401(k))
• Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO)