Lead Lot Operations Specialist (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises•Atlanta, GA

2d•$22 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for cleaning and preparing vehicles, maintaining the facility and grounds, and ensuring tools and equipment are in good working condition. The Lead Lot Operations Specialist will also follow safety procedures and perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED and 7 years’ experience.
Any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 5 years’ experience; or 9 years’ experience in a related field
Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.
Ability to lift 1-15 pounds.
Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Must clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.
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

Basic knowledge of auto detailing, paint application processes, and associated repair procedures (preferred but not required).
Basic mechanical knowledge (i.e., changing flat tires, checking fluids, jump starting vehicles.)

Responsibilities

Clean out and de-trash interior of vehicles by removing any debris and trash from ashtrays, console, dashboard, door panels, seats, etc., as well as trunk and engine compartment.
Remove license plates and stickers, as well as any writing from windows, except pertinent to Auction business. Disassemble spare tires in trunk.
Wash vehicles using a high-pressure washer or automatic car wash equipment. Apply chemicals, power-wash the engine compartment and clean battery terminals.
Clean doorjambs, sills, interior panels, wheels, tires, hub caps/wheel covers, wheel wells, moldings, bumpers, head- and taillights, spare tire , exterior panels, trunk, hood, and interior and exterior windows. Detail vehicles by cleaning and dressing trim, molding, weather stripping, instrument panel, steering wheel, dash molding, etc. with detail brushes.
Vacuum interior, scrub, shampoo and spot clean carpet and upholstery. Straighten seatbelts.
Clean glove box making sure that warranty booklet, owner's manual and other manufacturer issued information is returned.
Maintain all buildings, property, equipment, and landscaping for the site.
Maintain exterior of facility and outside grounds by performing various clean-up duties as needed, such as picking up trash, operating sweeper, shoveling snow (depending on location), etc.
Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and comply with applicable safety rules.
Follow safe operating and use procedures when utilizing cleaning solutions, machinery, 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 manager or supervisor, i.e., driving vehicle into building and to proper clean car staging area, occasional sale day driving, keep up with supply needs, deliver supplies, etc.

Benefits

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
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)