Utility Specialist I (Union) (Manheim)

Cox Communications • Carleton, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position requires maintaining qualifications in three classifications: Vehicle Photography, Inspection, and Check-in. Daily work requirements will depend on current business needs and may change multiple times during the day. Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Generally, less than 2 years’ experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks, manual dexterity.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and depth perception.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• 1 year of experience in photography preferred experience in digital and computer processing a plus.
• Basic computer software skills are preferred.
• Certification or education in photography a plus.
• Understanding of Baseline Inspections (Electronic Condition Report) & vehicle grading.
• 1 – 3 years of auction and/or vehicle registration experience preferred.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer vehicles for damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Document vehicle condition for processing and sale.
• Prepare vehicles for Internet viewing with digital pictures and condition reports.
• Follow client and Manheim Inspections instructions.
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk-around inspections.
• Demonstrate safety commitment and follow safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including moving and starting vehicles.
• Set up and maintain auction site image booth.
• Operate camera and equipment to capture vehicle images.
• Transfer images into vehicle condition report format.
• Ensure cameras and imaging equipment are maintained.
• Take and upload digital photographs of vehicles.
• Perform self-audits for image quality.
• Troubleshoot technical/equipment issues.
• Input accurate vehicle information into the AS400 computer.
• Affix barcode/stock number stickers on vehicles.
• Direct transporters to proper car drop zone.
• Take digital images of vehicles upon receipt.

Benefits

• 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