Inspector I (Manheim)

Cox Automotive; South Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Enterprises, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Inspector to verify vehicle information upon receipt, document findings, and conduct courtesy inspections. You will use ECR systems and uphold safety standards while supporting day-end procedures and ongoing learning.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and ICP Level I certification. Prior automotive experience is preferred to ensure accurate vehicle grading and reporting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred or less than 2 years related experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• ICP Level I written/field exam completed.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information and note damage or needed repairs during intake.
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation.
• Perform day-end procedures and closeout tasks.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of policies and procedures.
• Write Electronic Condition Reports (ECR).
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities and job-related software/web tools.
• Stay aware of improvements in body, frame, and inspection techniques.
• Demonstrate safety commitment and participate in safety activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned; overtime may be required.

Skills

Safe driving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Condition Report (ECR) software

Baseline inspection knowledge

Job description

• 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/GED preferred OR less than 2 years of related experience
• Safe driver's needed; valid driver's license required.
• Successful ICP Level I written/field exam.

Preferred

• 1 - 3 years of experience in the automobile field (i.e., inspections, body/mechanic shop, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Understanding of Baseline Inspections (Electronic Condition Report) & vehicle grading.
• Body, paint and mechanical repair knowledge preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Familiarity with unibody and full-frame vehicles.
• Good organizational skills needed.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.
• Frequently required to crouch, bend, and kneel to look at side or underneath 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, other exterior damage and Interior damage.
• Able to identify exterior or interior colors.
• Ability to deal with different lighting (i.e. exterior and interior lighting, natural and artificial light).
• Requires physical ability and mental acuity to execute the duties of the position successfully within required timeframes to meet business requirements