Manheim Mobile Vehicle Condition Inspector, Williamsport, PA & State College, PA

Cox Enterprises • State College, PA

14d • $15 - $27 • Remote

About The Position

The Mobile Inspector is a member of Manheim’s Mobile Inspections team, conducting on-site vehicle condition inspections for dealer clients within an assigned territory. The role provides accurate, detailed, and timely documentation in accordance with Manheim inspection standards, supporting client trust, marketplace transparency, and inventory flow. Inspectors build relationships with dealer clients, represent Cox Automotive, and engage dealers to grow participation in mobile inspection services. The role requires working with minimal supervision and applying sound judgment and problem-solving skills.

Candidates may be hired at Level 1, Level 2, or Senior Level depending on experience, qualifications, and business need. Responsibilities and independence vary by level, from conducting basic inspections while learning processes to performing advanced inspections, serving as a subject matter resource, and supporting the development of less experienced inspectors.

The role may be performed remotely, but the employee must live in the specified city, state, or region. It is a day-shift position with no travel percentage listed. The hourly base pay range is stated as $15.10–$22.69, with level-specific ranges also provided. The role may include monthly performance incentives, including guaranteed incentives during the first three full months, and reimbursement for business use of a personal vehicle. A pre-employment drug test is required; the posting states that marijuana is not currently included in Cox Automotive’s pre-employment drug test for this position.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Cox Automotive is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record are required at all levels.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the role within required timeframes.
• Level 1: High school diploma or GED required.
• Level 2: High school diploma or GED plus at least 3 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a degree or certification beyond high school or GED, or 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Senior Level: High school diploma or GED plus 5 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a degree or certification beyond high school or GED and 3 years of experience, or 7 years of experience in a related field.
• Senior Level: Previous vehicle inspection experience and strong automotive knowledge, including body and mechanical knowledge, are required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
• A pre-employment drug test must be cleared.

Nice To Haves

• Level 1: Minimal automotive knowledge, including body and mechanical knowledge, is preferred.
• Level 1: 0–1 years of automotive-related experience is preferred.
• Level 2: 1–2 years of automotive-related experience is preferred.
• Senior Level: 2–3 years of automotive-related experience is strongly preferred.
• Senior Level: One year of service with Manheim Inspections is recommended.
• The right Level 2 candidate may qualify with a different combination of education, certification, or related-field experience.
• The right Senior Level candidate may qualify with a different combination of education, certification, or related-field experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle inspections in accordance with Manheim inspection standards.
• Locate, start, move, inspect, and return vehicles safely on dealer client lots.
• Verify vehicle identification, VINs, mileage, sub-series, and options, and enter information accurately into systems.
• Inspect and document vehicle exterior condition, including tires, frame, glass, panels, and mechanical components.
• Inspect and document interior condition, including seating, dashboard, and installed options.
• Perform basic mechanical checks across powertrain, drivetrain, and electrical components.
• Identify and document damage, missing components, and inoperable features.
• Build trust with dealer clients through consistent quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
• Educate clients about Manheim Marketplace and mobile inspection services.
• Engage dealers proactively to increase inspection volume and maintain active participation.
• Use data, insights, and partner input to improve inspection efficiency and territory productivity.
• Adapt to changes in daily appointments and schedules to ensure effective dealer coverage.
• Prepare and submit daily activity and production reports.
• Use Salesforce.com for reporting, lead management, and customer performance tracking.
• Collaborate with Wholesale Specialists, peers, and other Manheim teams to support client success.
• Contribute to process enhancement in a continuous improvement and Lean environment.
• Maintain production expectations established by leadership.
• Follow safety and health procedures and participate in Safety Excellence initiatives.
• Comply with Manheim inspection standards, including the NAAA Frame/Structure Damage Policy.
• At Level 2, independently conduct detailed and complex inspections, manage daily schedules, build dealer relationships, use data to expand inspection volume and efficiency, and support improvement and collaboration.
• At Senior Level, perform advanced and high-complexity inspections, serve as a resource on inspection standards and best practices, support onboarding and development of less experienced inspectors, maintain dealer relationships and quality standards, and model safety and professionalism.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Monthly performance incentive based on inspection volume; inspectors achieving target production levels can earn approximately $750 per month, and top performers can earn $1,000 or more per month.
• Guaranteed incentive during the first three full months, with a prorated guarantee up to $750 in the month of hire, $750 in the first full month, and $500 in each of the second and third full months.
• Reimbursement for business use of a personal vehicle.
• At least sixteen hours of paid time off per month.
• Seven paid holidays per calendar year.
• Additional paid time off for bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteer time, military leave, and parental leave.
• Potential health care insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Potential 401(k) retirement planning benefits.
• Potential sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation or wellness days, and PTO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED