Inspector Apprentice

Cox; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented inspector to perform quality checks on vehicles as they arrive at auction. This role involves verifying vehicle conditions, preparing documentation, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong technical aptitude, and good communication skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to maintaining high standards in vehicle inspections, all while enjoying a range of benefits including paid time off and holidays.

Benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Less than 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Understanding of Baseline Inspections & vehicle grading.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information and identify damages.
• Prepare documentation and write electronic condition reports.
• Conduct inspections and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Good communication skills

Technical aptitude

Body, paint and mechanical repair knowledge

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ICP Level I certification

Job description

Perform quality inspections on units as they arrive at auction. Working in all-weather elements year-round. Verifying key components on units and their damages. Learning from a Lead Inspector on how our systems work and how to overall inspect units as they pertain to our standard guidelines.

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 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.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Generally less than 2 years' experience in a related field
• Successful ICP Level I written/field exam.
• Understanding of Baseline Inspections (Electronic Condition Report) & vehicle grading.
• "Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required."
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Body, paint and mechanical repair knowledge.
• Familiarity with unibody and full-frame vehicles.
• Good organizational skills needed.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction required.
• 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 10 lbs at waist level for an extended period of time.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Preferred

• 1 - 3 years of experience in the automobile field (i.e., inspections, body/mechanic shop, etc.) strongly preferred.

Work Environment:

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level. May be exposed to fumes and odors.

USD 13.37 - 20.00 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly base pay rate is $13.37 - $20.00/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.