Crew Leader - Lot Operations Specialist II

Cox Automotive; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive in Riverside, CA is seeking a hands-on supervisor to orient and manage drivers, oversee vehicle movements, and ensure timely transportation between sites. The role requires active supervision, safety compliance, and coordination with management to optimize staffing and operations.

The position may involve overtime with pay and requires a valid driver's license and HS diploma/GED alongside relevant experience. Compensation aligns with hourly pay ranges and company policies.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; 3 years in a related field.
• Alternative: any degree/certification in related discipline or 5 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Orient and instruct new drivers regarding job duties and assist supervisor in assigning and directing work.
• Communicate with supervisor to assure proper flow of vehicles and maintain log of stock numbers for each vehicle moved and its lot location.
• Communicate schedules and assignments to crew members.
• Manage vans and transport drivers to locations; ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of employees and vehicles.
• Shuttle employees to and from auxiliary parking lots on sale days and provide transportation to vehicles at remote sites.
• Pick-up and drop-off employees and other Auction personnel to/from the Auction, parking lots, dealerships, customer locations, and other sites.
• Perform daily maintenance and routine checks of the van and service the vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories.
• Demonstrate safety commitment and follow safety procedures; support Safety Excellence activities.
• Review work volumes with manager and plan staffing to ensure efficiency and quality customer service.
• Lead the team at the location and ensure respectful treatment of all employees.
• Enforce company policies related to conduct.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Skills

Safe driving

Driver supervision

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Alternative qualification: degree/certification or 5 years experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Orient and instruct new drivers regarding their job duties and assist supervisor in assigning and directing the work of employees.
• Communicate with supervisor or manager to assure proper flow of vehicles and maintain log of stock numbers for each vehicle moved and its lot location.
• Communicate schedules and assignments to the crew members.
• Manage vans and transport drivers to locations. Ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of employees and vehicles by transporting them according to schedule to their proper work destinations.
• Shuttle employees to and from auxiliary parking lots on sale days; provide transportation to employees parking inventoried vehicles at remote sites.
• Pick-up and drop-off employees and other Auction personnel to/from the Auction, parking lots, dealerships, customer locations/businesses, and other locations.
• Perform daily maintenance and routine checks of the van and clean and service the vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Work in cooperation with Market Safety Manager in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Work with manager to review work volumes, plan and continuously monitor staffing levels to ensure efficiency, quality work product, and effective customer service; review departmental performance against key performance indicators and metrics and develop and execute strategies for improvement.
• Effectively leads the team at the location by setting an example in behavior, championing Cox/Manheim values and ensuring that all employees are treated with respect.
• Enforce all company policies and procedures related to employee and customer conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field.
• OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; OR 5 years' experience in a related discipline.
• Safe driver's needed; valid driver's license required.

Work Environment:

• Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

USD 18.17 - 27.21 per hour

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $18.17 - $27.21/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.

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.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets