Condition Report Writer

BetterCloud; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

BetterCloud is seeking a vehicle inspector to perform inspections, document damages, take photos, and support the sale process. The role requires basic vehicle knowledge, ability to write reports, and proficiency with standard data-entry and imaging tools.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with post-secondary damage assessment training preferred. A valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors in any weather are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Post high school training in damage assessment preferred.
• Background in automotive repair cost estimating preferred.
• Ability to operate computer and capture vehicle data.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle identification and update information.
• Inspect vehicle equipment, interior, tires, and mechanical components.
• Document and estimate vehicle damages with photos.
• Review odometer information and frame condition.
• Drive and park vehicles as needed; work outdoors in all weather.
• Produce professional reports and communicate findings.

Skills

Computer literacy (iPad)

Professional report writing

Basic vehicle knowledge

Damage cost estimation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary damage assessment training

Tools

Tablet or laptop

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Perform vehicle inspections to assess overall condition in support of the processing and sale of client vehicle in the lane and online.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Verify vehicle identification.
• Identify and update vehicle information, including Year, Make, Model, Trim Lines.
• Inspect vehicle equipment, options, interior, tires, mechanical components.
• Document and estimate vehicle damages.
• Take photographs as needed to support and complete reports, or as necessary on sales days.
• Move vehicles throughout the lot and park them in designated areas if needed.
• Review and document odometer information.
• Assess frame condition and document damages to unibody and/or frame.
• Assess mechanical condition of vehicle, documenting issues found during the condition report process.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to operate computer, laptop, or tablet (iPad preferred).
• Ability to write reports in a professional manner.
• Basic knowledge of vehicles.
• Ability to utilize standardized lists to assign costs for damage.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Post high school training in damage assessment is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Background in automotive repair cost estimating preferred.

SKILLS

• Ability to learn job-specific computer programs.
• Able to digitally photograph vehicles and upload photos to computer.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be detail oriented.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to prioritize duties.
• Able to work outside in any weather conditions.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
• Must be able to follow through on tasks to completion.
• Able to communicate well both in person and in writing.
• Must be able to drive a manual and automatic transmission.
• Must be able and willing to be underneath vehicles to do visual frame inspection.