Crew Leader (Manheim)

Cox Automotive; Clarksville (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Seven paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive in United States (Indiana, Clarksville) is seeking a driver/operations lead responsible for orienting new drivers, directing work, and coordinating the movement of vehicles and staff.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and ability to drive both manual and automatic transmissions. Regular shifts Monday–Friday with potential overtime, and hourly pay in a stated range.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 3 years related experience or alternative combinations including higher degree/certification
• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission a plus

Responsibilities

• Orient and instruct new drivers on duties and assist supervisor in assigning and directing work
• Communicate with supervisor to ensure proper vehicle flow and keep stock/lot logs
• Schedule and assign crew; coordinate vans transport to locations
• Transport employees and vehicles to and from Auction, parking lots, dealerships, and other sites
• Perform daily van maintenance and refueling; ensure vehicle safety and cleanliness
• Work with manager to monitor staffing levels and measure performance against KPIs
• Lead the location team by example and ensure respect and adherence to policies
• Oversee safety procedures and partner with Safety Manager in safety initiatives
• May work overtime as needed

Skills

Safe driving

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Any higher degree/certification

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:

Minimum

• 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 field
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.

Preferred

• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Basic mechanical knowledge (i.e., changing flat tires, checking fluids, jump starting vehicles.)
• Knowledge of lot operations/lot layout required.
• Knowledge of local roadways, hotels, airports and restaurants preferred.
• Ability to effectively use mobile devices including scanners to manage workflow.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.
• Ability to lift 1-15 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Constant exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level.

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm EST

USD 15.10 - 22.69 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $15.10 - $22.69/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.

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.

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

EOE, including disability/vets