Inspector Apprentice

Cox Enterprises; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Enterprises in Kent, WA is seeking a detail‑oriented Vehicle Inspector to verify the condition of arriving vehicles, document discrepancies, and support end‑of‑shift procedures.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a busy shop environment; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Generally, less than 2 years of related field experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information based on work order, identify damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems by inspecting vehicles at receipt.
• 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 walks around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities and required software packages.
• Stay updated on improvements and changes concerning body mechanical, frame labor, inspection techniques.
• Demonstrate safety commitment and participate in safety activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Advanced computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job 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 walks 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.

Qualifications

Minimum

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Generally, less than 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Safe driver's needed; valid driver's license required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Preferred

• Strong technical understanding, with good organizational skills needed.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for prolonged periods of time; ability to bend, stoop, squat or kneel; ability to lift and hold at least 10lbs at waist level for an extended period of-time; ability to lift-up to 30 lbs.

Work Environment

• Exposure to outdoor weather and inclement conditions.
• Moderate noise level.
• May be exposed to fumes and odors.
• May be required to work overtime (more than 40 hours per week) as business needs dictate.