Vehicle Inspection Specialist

VANC ADESA Vancouver; Richmond; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

RRSP/401K options

Job summary

OPENLANE is seeking a dedicated Vehicle Inspection Specialist to join our inspection solutions team. You will perform on-site inspections at OPENLANE Vehicle Logistics Centers, ensuring each vehicle meets quality standards before listing at auctions.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and able to work outdoors in varying weather. Experience with automotive tools like OBD scanners and paint meters is preferred, and a strong work ethic is required.

Qualifications

• Observant; no detail escapes you and you are the last line of defense in vehicle presentation.
• Responsible for inspecting vehicles for wear, damage, or repairs; conduct road tests as needed.
• Knowledge of how to use industry tools such as OBD scanners, paint meters, and mobile inspection software/hardware.
• Must operate safely in all weather conditions and outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Master your craft through training and standard practices across inspections.
• Act as a problem solver when daily tasks change or challenges arise.
• Be a proud ambassador, ensuring vehicles perform well at auctions and affect revenue.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Customer service

Tools

OBD Scanners

Paint meters

Mobile inspection tools

Job description

Who We Are:

At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US)
• Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match
• Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization
• Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful advancement

We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a dedicated Vehicle Inspection Specialist to work as part of our inspection solutions team. In this role, you will be responsible for the on-site inspection process on various vehicles at our OPENLANE Vehicle Logistics Centers. Whether you’re a seasoned vet, new to the industry but willing to learn, or just a car enthusiast, this job is for you!

Our Inspectors Are:

• Observant. No detail gets past you, you are the last line of defense when it comes to how we present our vehicles to our clients.
• Responsible for the inspection of vehicles for signs of wear, tear, neglect, damage, previous repair, or structural damage. You will also complete road tests as needed.
• Knowledgeable. You understand how to use technology such as mobile inspection tools, OBD Scanners, paint meters, and other industry leading hardware and software.
• Safe. We have a high regard for safety, you should too. This role will require you to perform your work in all types of weather conditions.

You Will:

• Be a master of your craft. Through initial and continuous training, you will develop a thorough understanding of industry best practices and standards.
• Be a problem Solver. Sometimes the day changes and you will help in unexpected ways, but hey, who doesn’t like knocking a curveball out of the park?
• Be a proud ambassador. The work you do directly impacts how that vehicle performs at our auctions and affects the bottom line of revenue generated; pride in your work is a non-negotiable.

Must Have’s:

• A valid Class 5 drivers license.
• A strong work ethic, we can teach you the rest.
• Motor vehicle/criminal background checks for all positions.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in an outdoor environment with varying weather conditions.

Nice to Have’s:

• Experience working around vehicles and within the automotive industry.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbents in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instruction or duties requested by an authorized person.

The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Compensation Range of Hourly: $21.00 - $21.00 (Depending on experience, skill set, qualifications, and other relevant factors.)

Bonus Range Target Bonus Range: $0.00 - $750.00

OPENLANE makes wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. Our end-to-end platform serves the remarketing needs of the world's largest OEMs, dealers, fleet operators, rental companies and financial institutions. We're a technology company delivering next generation tools to accelerate and simplify remarketing. We're an analytics company leveraging data to inform and empower our customers with clear, actionable insights. And we're an auction company powering the world’s most advanced digital used vehicle marketplaces. In 2021, OPENLANE sold nearly 2.6 million vehicles valued at over $40 billion through our auctions and generated approximately $2.3 billion in revenue. Our integrated digital marketplaces and vehicle logistics centers reduce risk, improve transparency and streamline the experience for customers in about 75 countries. OPENLANE continues to make investments in innovation, strategic acquisitions and integrations to better serve our customers. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, OPENLANE has about 5,000 employees and maintains business units across North America, Europe, the Philippines and Uruguay. Together, the OPENLANE brands provide a complete remarketing solution for our customers.

OPENLANE is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.