Inspector Apprentice (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises • Newburgh, NY

6d • $15 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

An Inspector Apprentice functions as a member of the Inspections team for an operating location with the primary responsibilities of providing accurate and complete documentation of the overall condition of vehicles. The documentation provided by the Inspector is used to support the processing and sale of client/customer cosigned vehicles in lane and online. A basic understanding and delivery of the following is required: VIN recognition; proper notation of all options and equipment in vehicle; proper odometer reading and operable function; identification of damage, missing parts, and major mechanical problems; estimating repair cost pricing; recommending labor actions, severity, pricing; identifying value added options; identifying basic mechanical conditions; identifying common wear and tear; evaluating fluid levels; documenting vehicle condition in writing by completing appropriate Vehicle Condition Report; completing inspections process and data entry in appropriate time frames; collecting digital photos per specific criteria guidelines; test driving (when applicable); accurately determining grade using Manheim’s Grading Scale (when applicable).

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Generally, less than 2 years of experience.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to multitask and must be detail orientated
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience in navigating handheld and other documentation devices
• Ability to pass Inspector Certification Exam within 90 days
• 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.
• Clear a pre-employment drug test.
• Applicants must currently 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

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information based on work order information – identify damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems by inspecting all customer vehicles at time of receipt (i.e., interior, exterior, odometer reading, trunk area, engine compartment), noting any damage or repair to frame/paint, engine noise, AC/heater operation, radio, tire condition, etc.
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation.
• Set up system for day-end; perform day-end procedures.
• Maintain knowledge to ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Conduct OVE courtesy walks around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities, knowledge of needed/job-relevant software packages, and web-based applications.
• Maintain a working knowledge on improvements and changes concerning body mechanical, frame labor, inspection techniques, etc.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Employees are also eligible for 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