Inspector Apprentice (Manheim)

Cox CommunicationsShakopee, MN
Onsite

About The Position

This role is for an Inspector Apprentice at Cox Automotive, specifically at the Manheim location. The position is within the Vehicle Operations job family group and is an individual contributor role. The primary focus is on inspecting vehicles and accurately documenting their condition using the company's inspection system. This role requires attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. The company is committed to transforming the automotive industry through technology and providing excellent experiences for drivers and dealers.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Generally, less than 2 years of experience.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
  • Must be able to pass Inspector Certification Exam within 90 days.
  • Near vision abilities required to find dings and scratches, paint work, hail damage, frame/unibody, other exterior damage and Interior damage.
  • Ability to deal with different lighting (e.g., 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.
  • Must clear a pre-employment drug test (marijuana drug test is not administered for this position, but it is a drug-free workplace).
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

Nice To Haves

  • 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 oriented.
  • Experience in navigating handheld and other documentation devices.

Responsibilities

  • Verify vehicle identification and enter accurate vehicle information into the inspection system (e.g., VIN, year, make, model, sub-series, mileage).
  • Inspect vehicle equipment and options, documenting results including damage, previous repairs, structural damage, and missing or inoperable items.
  • Inspect and record vehicle exterior condition, including tires, frame, glass, panels, and mechanical components.
  • Inspect and record the vehicle interior condition, including seats, dashboard, and options.
  • Complete and verify data entry to support the documentation of vehicle condition.
  • Perform other duties as needed or required, such as jump-starting vehicles, moving vehicles, or imaging vehicles.

Benefits

  • Minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month.
  • Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
  • Additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave.
  • Time off to vote.
  • Jury duty leave.
  • Volunteer time off.
  • Military leave.
  • Parental leave.
  • Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision).
  • Retirement planning (401(k)).
  • Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).
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