Inspector Apprentice (Manheim)

Cox Automotive Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Leave benefits

Job summary

Cox Automotive Inc. is seeking a field inspector to assess incoming vehicles for damage, missing parts, and mechanical issues. You will prepare condition reports, cost estimates, and related documentation, ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards.

The role involves outdoor work and requires strong communication, organizational, and technical skills. OVE inspections and day-end procedures are part of the daily workflow, with overtime possible based on business needs.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles for damage, missing parts, and mechanical issues using work orders.
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation.
• Set up day-end procedures and perform day-end processes.
• Maintain knowledge of policies, procedures, and system capabilities.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk-around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of required software packages and web-based applications.
• Stay informed on body/mechanical, frame labor and inspection techniques updates.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in safety activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned and may require overtime.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong technical understanding

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Follow directions

Advanced computer skills

Physical ability to lift 30 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Conducts inspections of incoming vehicles to detect damage, missing parts and mechanical problems; prepare and submit report of vehicle condition, repair/replacement cost estimates and related documentation.

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

Minimum

• 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

• 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.(100% outdoors)
• 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.

USD 13.70 - 20.53 per hour

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $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.

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.

EOE, including disability/vets