Inspector II

Cox Enterprises • Birmingham, AL

2d • $15 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

An Inspector II (Specialist) functions as a member of the Inspections team for an operating location with the primary responsibilities of providing accurate and complete documentation of overall vehicle condition.More specifically, the documentation provided by the Inspector II is usedtosupporttheprocessingandsaleofclient/customercosignedvehiclesinlaneandonline. An 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; pricing parts using Mitchell Collision Estimate Guides; recommending labor actions, severity, pricing; identifying value added options; identifying 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

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 - 3 years of experience in the automobile field (i.e., inspections, body/mechanic shop, etc.) strongly preferred.
• 6 12 months service with Manheim Inspections recommended.
• Successful completion of Manheim ICP Inspector Level II written/field exam.
• Basic Inspections (Electronic Condition Report), Vehicle Grading, Repair Recommendations & Frame Merit Certifications required.
• Valid 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.
• Basic computer skills 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.

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.
• Set up system for day-end; perform day-end procedures.
• Maintain knowledge to ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• Prepare and provide daily activity report to management.
• Document vehicle condition in writing by completing appropriate Vehicle Condition Report (VCR) and/or computer data entry on a variety of different accounts; able to determine mechanical problems on test drives.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities, knowledge of needed/job-relevant software packages, and web-based applications.
• Utilize Electronic Condition Report (ECR) equipment (i.e., Brick, PC, Terminal or PT) correctly describing both damage and equipment.
• Ability to take multiple overall and damage photos, and match them to vehicle and download to the image server.
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk around inspections.
• Understanding of NAAA Frame/Structure Damage Policy.
• May be shadowed by a more junior-level inspector from time to time.
• 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.
• Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and 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