Inspector I

Cox; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

7 paid holidays

Job summary

Cox Automotive in Elkridge, MD is seeking staff to perform comprehensive vehicle condition assessments and documentation. You will inspect frame, paint, engine, HVAC, electronics, and tires, then prepare detailed condition reports with repair cost estimates and photos.

Ideal candidates have a High school diploma or GED, a valid license, basic computer skills, and the ability to drive both manual and automatic vehicles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Typically under 2 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license required with safe driving record.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to operate standard and automatic transmission vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assess vehicle condition, noting damage or repairs.
• Evaluate frame, paint, engine, AC/heater, radio and navigation systems, tires, etc.
• Prepare documentation on vehicle condition, repair costs, photos, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of labor rates, parts charges and manufacturer updates.
• Conduct courtesy walk-around inspections and follow safety procedures.
• Locate, start and move vehicles as directed.

Skills

Safe driving

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

* Conduct assessment of vehicle condition, noting any damage or repair

* Required for frame, paint, engine, AC/heater operation, radio, navigation

systems, tires, etc.

* Prepare support documentation related to vehicle condition - including

* Vehicle identification data, condition description, repair costs estimate,

* photographs, etc.

* Maintain current knowledge of applicable labor rates, parts charges and

* manufacturer's updates; adhere to work instructions/procedures

regarding inspections/documentation.

* Conduct courtesy walk-around inspections.

* Follow all applicable safety and health related procedures.

* May be required to locate, start and move vehicles as directed

Qualifications:

Minimum

* High school diploma or GED preferred.

* Generally, less than 2 years of experience in a related field.

* Safe driver's needed; valid driver's license required.

* Basic computer skills.

* Valid driver's license and safe driving record.

* Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles.

Preferred:

* Must be detail-oriented, accurate, and able to multi-task.

* General knowledge of mechanical and automotive body work.

* Previous body shop, automotive background and mechanical experience.

Physical requirements:

* Ability to stand, walk, reach, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.

* Vision requirements: close, distance, depth perception, and color

* variations.

* Must be able to work in varied weather conditions.

Work Environment:

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

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.

USD 15.10 - 22.60 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $15.10 - $22.60/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