Hands-On Vehicle Inspector I

Cox Enterprises; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Cox Automotive is hiring an Inspector I to join our Vehicle Operations team. This on-site role focuses on inspecting arriving vehicles, noting damages and discrepancies, completing required documentation, and performing day-end procedures.

The Inspector I will maintain up-to-date knowledge of inspection processes, safety policies, and software tools while supporting safety initiatives and continuing education. The position may require overtime based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred or less than 2 years of related experience.
• Safe driver’s license required.
• Successful ICP Level I written/field exam.
• 1–3 years of experience in the automobile field strongly preferred.
• Understanding of Baseline Inspections (Electronic Condition Report) & vehicle grading.
• Body, paint and mechanical repair knowledge preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Familiarity with unibody and full-frame vehicles.
• Good organizational skills needed.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information based on work order information – identify damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems by inspecting all customer vehicles at time of receipt (i.e., interior, exterior, odometer reading, trunk area, engine compartment), noting any damage or repair to frame/paint, engine noise, AC/heater operation, radio, tire condition, etc.
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation.
• Set up system for day-end; perform day-end procedures.
• Maintain knowledge to ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities, knowledge of needed/job-relevant software packages, and web-based applications.
• Maintain a working knowledge on improvements and changes concerning body mechanical, frame labor, inspection techniques, etc.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Job description

Cox Automotive is hiring an Inspector I to join our Vehicle Operations team. This on-site role focuses on inspecting arriving vehicles, noting damages and discrepancies, completing required documentation, and performing day-end procedures.

The Inspector I will maintain up-to-date knowledge of inspection processes, safety policies, and software tools while supporting safety initiatives and continuing education. The position may require overtime based on business needs.