Vehicle Inspection Specialist-6 Month Contract

HALI ADESA Halifax; Enfield; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

OPENLANE is seeking a Vehicle Inspection Specialist for a 6-month contract to perform on-site inspections at ADESA Vehicle Logistics Centers. You will assess vehicles for wear, damage, and prior repairs, and conduct road tests as required, using modern inspection tools.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. A strong work ethic and reliability are essential; prior automotive exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• A strong work ethic; willingness to learn on the job.
• Ability to inspect vehicles for wear, damage, or prior repairs.
• Comfort using automotive diagnostic tools and measurement hardware.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles for signs of wear, damage, or prior repair; perform road tests as needed.
• Operate mobile inspection tools, OBD scanners, and paint meters to assess condition.
• Maintain safety standards and adapt to varying weather conditions while working outdoors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Vehicle inspection

Technical aptitude

Safety awareness

Tools

OBD scanners

Paint meter

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 Flexible schedule 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 for a 6 month contract 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 ADESA 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 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.

Sound like a match?

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.

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.