Inspector Apprentice (Manheim)

CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health care insurance

Retirement planning (401(k))

Job summary

CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC in Florida is looking for a detail-oriented Vehicle Inspector. In this role, you will verify vehicle information, inspect vehicles for quality, and document findings accurately. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and a valid driver's license.

You’ll have the opportunity to work independently, ensuring that every vehicle is inspected thoroughly and carefully. Benefits include paid time off, health care insurance, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; generally less than 2 years of experience.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask.
• Experience in navigating handheld devices.
• Ability to pass Inspector Certification Exam within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle identification and enter information into inspection system.
• Inspect vehicle equipment and document results.
• Inspect vehicle exterior and interior conditions.
• Complete and verify data entry for vehicle condition.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description Summary

Looking for a job where your attention to detail matters? Step into the driver’s seat as a Vehicle Inspector and become the sharp eye behind every vehicle’s story. You won’t just inspect cars, you’ll uncover the details others miss, capturing precise images and documenting condition with accuracy that keeps the entire operation moving forward. If you take pride in noticing the small things, working independently, and being trusted to get it right the first time, this role puts you in control. Every vehicle is different. Every inspection counts.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle identification and enter accurate vehicle information into the inspection system (correct VIN, year, make, model, sub‑series, & mileage).
• Inspect vehicle equipment and options, documenting results including damage, previous repairs, structural damage, missing or inoperable items.
• Inspect and record vehicle exterior condition, including but not limited to tires, frame, glass, panels, and mechanical components.
• Inspect and record vehicle interior condition, including but not limited to seats, dashboard, and options.
• Complete and verify data entry in support of documenting vehicle condition.
• Other duties as needed or required (e.g., jump starting vehicles, moving vehicles, imaging vehicles).

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; generally less than 2 years of experience.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Preferred: Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles. Minimal knowledge of automotive body and mechanical work; 0‑1 years of body shop, mechanical, claims adjuster or estimating experience.
• Ability to multitask and must be detail‑oriented.
• 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 look at the side or underneath the car. Strength to lift hood or trunk. Bend while performing audits. Reach inside or underneath vehicle. Near‑vision abilities required to find dings and scratches, paint work, hail damage, frame/unibody, and other exterior damage and interior damage. Able to identify exterior or interior colors. Ability to deal with different lighting (exterior, interior, natural and artificial).

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. Benefits 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).

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.