Crew Leader (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Vote time off

Jury duty leave

Volunteer time off

Military leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive is seeking a Lot Operations Specialist II to lead a dedicated team of drivers responsible for moving auction vehicles across the lot and related sites. You will ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency in every vehicle movement, using mobile devices to track locations and communicate with the crew.

The role requires strong leadership, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work day shifts; overtime may be necessary to meet auction demands.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 3 years' related field experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of drivers to move auction vehicles safely, efficiently and accurately.
• Track vehicle locations and use tools to boost driver productivity.
• Direct work, assign schedules, and orient new drivers.
• Shuttle staff to parking lots on sale days and manage remote site vehicles.
• Perform daily vehicle maintenance checks and refuel as needed.
• Uphold safety procedures and Cox/Manheim values in daily operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Driver supervision

Safety compliance

Vehicle operation

Mobile devices

Communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Mobile devices

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Lot Operations Specialist II

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 - $22.69/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.

Job Description

This position is responsible for leading a team of drivers to ensure auction vehicles are moved safely, efficiently and accurately throughout the lot or other locations as dispatched.

• Efficiently and effectively utilize tools and technology to increase driver productivity and track each vehicle moved with its lot location.




• Utilize mobile device to ensure proper flow of vehicles.




• Assist supervisor in directing the work of employees.




• Communicate schedules and assignments to the crew members.




• Orient and instruct new drivers regarding their job duties.




• Shuttle employees to and from auxiliary parking lots on sale days; provide transportation to employees parking inventoried vehicles at remote sites.




• 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.




• 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.

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
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.