Inspector Apprentice

Cox Enterprises; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive invites applicants for the Inspector Apprentice role at Manheim. No prior experience or education is required as hands-on training is provided to inspect vehicles and document their condition. The program offers growth potential with an iconic automotive brand.

You will verify VIN and mileage, document exterior and interior conditions, complete data entry, and may assist with moving and photographing vehicles. Training is provided to prepare you for Inspector certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Generally, less than 2 years of experience.
• Safe driver’s license required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle identification and enter information into the inspection system, including VIN, year, make, model, subseries and mileage.
• Inspect vehicle equipment and options, documenting results such as damage, previous repairs, structural issues and missing or inoperable items.
• Evaluate and record the exterior condition of vehicles, including tires, frame, glass, body panels and mechanical components.
• Document the interior condition of vehicles, including seats, dashboard and vehicle options.
• Complete and verify data entry.
• Perform other duties, including jump-starting, moving and photographing vehicles.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Inspector Apprentice

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 $13.70 - $20.53/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

As an Inspector Apprentice at Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, you’ll receive hands‑on training from experienced team members as you inspect vehicles and document their condition. This is an opportunity to build valuable skills and career stability with an iconic automotive brand. Ready to drive your automotive career forward? No previous experience or education is required. We’ll provide the training you need to succeed.

What You’ll Do

• Verify vehicle identification and enter information into the inspection system, including VIN, year, make, model, subseries and mileage.
• Inspect vehicle equipment and options, documenting results such as damage, previous repairs, structural issues and missing or inoperable items.
• Evaluate and record the exterior condition of vehicles, including but not limited to tires, frame, glass, body panels and mechanical components.
• Document the interior condition of vehicles, including but not limited to seats, dashboard and vehicle options.
• Complete and verify data entry.
• Perform other duties as needed, including jump‑starting, moving and photographing vehicles.

Who You Are

You enjoy learning new skills and are committed to doing quality work. You also have the following:

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Generally, less than 2 years of experience.
• Safe driver’s needed; valid driver’s license required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles
• Minimal knowledge of automotive body and mechanical work
• 1 year of body shop, mechanical, claims adjuster or estimating experience
• Experience in navigating handheld and other documentation devices
• Ability to pass Inspector Certification Exam within 90 days

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to crouch, bend and kneel to inspect sides and underside of vehicles.
• Must be able to lift a hood or trunk and reach inside or underneath vehicles as needed.
• Requires near‑vision abilities to identify dings, scratches, paint work, hail damage, frame or unibody damage and other interior and exterior defects. Must be able to identify interior and exterior colors.
• Ability to work effectively under various lighting conditions, including indoor and outdoor settings and natural and artificial light.

Work Environment

This role involves frequent exposure to varying outdoor weather conditions.

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.