Automotive Inspector Apprentice (Manheim)

Cox Automotive; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Seven paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive is hiring an Inspector Apprentice to inspect vehicles, document findings, and support day-end processing at a Cox location in the United States. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and knowledge of vehicle systems.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills. It includes outdoor work, daytime shifts, and potential overtime as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Generally, less than 2 years of experience.
• Safe driver's license required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong technical understanding and good organizational skills preferred.
• Ability to multitask and follow directions.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for prolonged periods; lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information based on work order; identify damage and mechanical problems by inspecting vehicles.
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation.
• Set up system for day-end and perform day-end procedures.
• Maintain knowledge to ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Write electronic condition reports.
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities and relevant software.
• Support safety initiatives and follow safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned; overtime may be required.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Advanced computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Inspector Apprentice

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $15.10 - $22.60/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information based on work order information - identify damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems by inspecting all customer vehicles at time of receipt (i.e., interior, exterior, odometer reading, trunk area, engine compartment), noting any damage or repair to frame/paint, engine noise, AC/heater operation, radio, tire condition, etc.
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation.
• Set up system for day-end; perform day-end procedures.
• Maintain knowledge to ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities, knowledge of needed/job-relevant software packages, and web-based applications.
• Maintain a working knowledge on improvements and changes concerning body mechanical, frame labor, inspection techniques, 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 management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Generally, less than 2 years of experience.
• Safe driver's needed; valid driver's license required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Preferred:

• Strong technical understanding, with good organizational skills needed.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for prolonged periods of time; ability to bend, stoop, squat or kneel; ability to lift and hold at least 10lbs at waist level for an extended period of-time; ability to lift-up to 30 lbs.

Work Environment

• Exposure to outdoor weather and inclement conditions.(100% outdoors)
• Moderate noise level.
• May be exposed to fumes and odors.
• May be required to work overtime (more than 40 hours per week) as business needs dictate.

Schedule

• Tuesday - Saturday
• 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you'll need to 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.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

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. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

EOE, including disability/vets

All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Application

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any