Inspector I (Manheim)

Cox Communications • Fairfield, NJ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inspector I verifies vehicle information against work orders by inspecting customer vehicles upon receipt. Inspections cover the interior and exterior, odometer, trunk, engine compartment, damage, missing parts, mechanical issues, and features such as frame and paint condition, engine noise, air conditioning and heater operation, radio, and tires. The role prepares required documentation, writes electronic condition reports (ECRs), conducts OVE courtesy walk-around inspections, and performs day-end system procedures.

The Inspector I follows company policies and procedures, maintains knowledge of system capabilities, relevant software and web applications, and updates in vehicle repair and inspection techniques. The role demonstrates and supports safety practices and may perform other duties assigned by management. Overtime may be required based on business needs. This position has no remote option and must be performed at a specified Cox location.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED preferred, or less than 2 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license required; safe driver's needed.
• Successful completion of the ICP Level I written/field exam.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions, and take instruction.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the position within required timeframes.
• Must clear a pre-employment drug test.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship; OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, and visa sponsorship are not available.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of experience in the automobile field, such as inspections or a body/mechanic shop.
• Understanding of Baseline Inspections (Electronic Condition Report) and vehicle grading.
• Knowledge of body, paint, and mechanical repair.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Familiarity with unibody and full-frame vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information based on work order information.
• Inspect customer vehicles at receipt, including the interior, exterior, odometer, trunk area, and engine compartment.
• Identify and document damage, missing parts, mechanical problems, and vehicle condition details such as frame and paint repairs, engine noise, AC/heater operation, radio, and tire condition.
• Prepare and complete necessary documentation.
• Set up the system for day-end and perform day-end procedures.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk-around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities, relevant software packages, and web-based applications.
• Stay informed about improvements and changes in body mechanical, frame labor, inspection techniques, and related areas.
• Follow safety and health procedures, model safe behaviors, and participate in safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month.
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Additional paid time off for bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Benefits may include a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Benefits may include 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