Crew Leader (Manheim)

Cox Automotive Inc.; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Jury duty leave

Military leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive Inc. seeks a driver team lead to supervise and coordinate vehicle movements across the lot and at remote sites. You will direct daily tasks, assign schedules, and mentor drivers to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED with 3–5 years in a related field, a valid license, and the ability to operate various vehicle types. Overtime may be required based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; 3 years’ related experience or 5 years in related field as alternative.
• Possession of valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Preferred: ability to operate vehicles with standard and automatic transmissions; basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of drivers to move auction vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Communicate schedules and assignments to crew; orient new drivers.
• Direct work of employees and assist supervisor; may require overtime.
• Utilize mobile devices to manage workflow and track vehicle location.
• Perform daily routine checks and maintenance on the van; refuel and service as needed.
• Enforce company policies and ensure respectful treatment of employees and customers.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Safety Awareness

Scheduling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Related higher degree/certification

Tools

Mobile devices / scanners

Job description

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.

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