Field Operations Coordinator - South Fresno/Bakersfield, CA

AVN AutoVIN Inc; Town of Carmel (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

OPENLANE is seeking a Field Operations Coordinator to conduct thorough vehicle inspections and coordinate with dealerships. You will document vehicle condition, coordinate with the regional team, and ensure inspections meet OPENLANE standards.

The role emphasizes attention to detail and strong communication across teams. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in automotive roles, a valid license, and comfort with electronic inspection reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of automotive experience as a vehicle mechanic or equivalent background.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Proficiency in using technology, including electronic submission of inspection reports.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle assessments, documenting engine, transmission, interior, and exterior inspections using OPENLANE's mobile application.
• Coordinate with dealerships and ensure adherence to OPENLANE standards and guidelines for vehicle inspections.
• Submit accurate and detailed inspection reports through the designated platform.
• Assist in marketing efforts by distributing flyers and promotional materials to buying dealers.
• Maintain strong communication and collaboration with internal teams and dealerships.

Skills

Automotive inspections

Detail-oriented

Organized

Communication skills

Customer-focused

Team collaboration

Tools

Electronic reporting

Job description

Who We Are

At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US)
• Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match
• Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization
• Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful advancement
• This role operates Monday - Friday.

We're Looking For

We are seeking a Field Operations Coordinator with experience in conducting vehicle assessments and coordinating with dealerships. You will be part of a dynamic operations team responsible for ensuring smooth operations regarding vehicle inspections. In this role, you will have the opportunity to use your experience in vehicle inspections, documentation, and dealership coordination. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of automotive experience.

You Are

• Detail-oriented. You will ensure accurate and comprehensive vehicle inspections, documenting any damages or concerns.
• Organized. You will coordinate with the Regional Operations Manager, sales team, and operations team to ensure efficient communication and workflow.
• Customer-focused. You will serve as a liaison between sales, operations, and dealerships, building and maintaining positive relationships.

You Will

• Conduct vehicle assessments, documenting engine, transmission, interior, and exterior inspections using OPENLANE's mobile application.
• Coordinate with dealerships and ensure adherence to OPENLANE standards and guidelines for vehicle inspections.
• Submit accurate and detailed inspection reports through the designated platform.
• Assist in marketing efforts by distributing flyers and promotional materials to buying dealers.
• Maintain strong communication and collaboration with internal teams and dealerships.

Must-Haves

• Minimum of 5 years of automotive experience as a vehicle mechanic or equivalent mechanical background.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Proficiency in using technology, including electronic submission of inspection reports.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Nice-to-Haves

• Previous customer service experience.

Compensation

Range of Hourly: $27.00 - $30.00 (Depending on experience, skill set, qualifications, and other relevant factors.)

Company Overview

OPENLANE makes wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. Our end-to-end platform serves the remarketing needs of the world’s largest OEMs, dealers, fleet operators, rental companies and financial institutions. We’re a technology company delivering next generation tools to accelerate and simplify remarketing. We’re an analytics company leveraging data to inform and empower our customers with clear, actionable insights. And we’re an auction company powering the world’s most advanced digital used vehicle marketplaces. In 2021, OPENLANE sold nearly 2.6 million vehicles valued at over $40 billion through our auctions and generated approximately $2.3 billion in revenue. Our integrated digital marketplaces and vehicle logistics centers reduce risk, improve transparency and streamline the experience for customers in about 75 countries. OPENLANE continues to make investments in innovation, strategic acquisitions and integrations to better serve our customers. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, OPENLANE has about 5,000 employees and maintains business units across North America, Europe, the Philippines and Uruguay. Together, the OPENLANE brands provide a complete remarketing solution for our customers.

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Equal Opportunity

OPENLANE is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.