Inspector I

Cox Enterprises • Daytona Beach, FL

1d • $14 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Inspector I role involves verifying vehicle information against work orders, identifying any damage, missing parts, or mechanical problems through thorough inspections of customer vehicles. This includes checking the interior, exterior, odometer reading, trunk area, and engine compartment, and noting any damage or repairs to the frame/paint, engine noise, AC/heater operation, radio, and tire condition. The position requires preparing and completing necessary documentation, setting up and performing day-end system procedures, and maintaining knowledge of all policies and procedures. The role also involves writing electronic condition reports (ECR), conducting courtesy walk-around inspections, and staying updated on system capabilities, relevant software packages, and web-based applications. A strong commitment to safety is essential, demonstrated by following all safety and health procedures and actively participating in safety activities. Other duties as assigned by management may be required, including potential overtime as business needs dictate.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Body, paint and mechanical repair knowledge.
• Familiarity with unibody and full-frame vehicles.
• Good organizational skills needed.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction required.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat or kneel.
• Ability to lift and hold at least 10 lbs at waist level for an extended period of time.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• 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

• 1 - 3 years of experience in the automobile field (i.e., inspections, body/mechanic shop, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Successful ICP Level I written/field exam.
• Understanding of Baseline Inspections (Electronic Condition Report) & vehicle grading.

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 walk 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