Inspector Apprentice

Cox Communications • Riverside, CA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves conducting assessments of vehicle conditions upon receipt, noting any damage or repairs needed for various parts of the vehicle. The apprentice will prepare documentation related to vehicle condition, including identification data, damage descriptions, repair cost estimates, and photographs. They will maintain knowledge of applicable labor rates, parts charges, and manufacturer updates, adhering to inspection and documentation procedures. Safety and health procedures must be followed. The role may require locating, starting, and moving vehicles as directed. Other job-related duties may be assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Generally less than 2 years’ experience in a related field
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

• ASE certification or background in automotive repair, and cost estimating preferred.
• Knowledge ICAR Certifications preferred.
• General knowledge of automotive body and mechanical work preferred.
• Previous body shop experience, mechanical experience, estimating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessment of vehicle condition upon receipt noting any damage or repair required for frame, paint, engine, AC/heater operation, radio, navigation system, tires, etc.
• Prepare support documentation related to vehicle condition including vehicle identification data, condition description; repair costs estimates, photographs, etc.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable labor rates, parts charges and manufacturer's updates; adhere to work instructions/procedures regarding inspections/documentation.
• Follow all applicable safety and health related procedures.
• May be required to locate, start and move vehicles as directed.
• Perform other job related duties as directed by supervisor.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible to receive a 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, and 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).

What This Job Offers

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