Lead Lot Operations Specialist (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive – USA is seeking a Lead Lot Operations Specialist to perform vehicle detailing, cleaning, and readying cars for auction on a day shift at a Cox location in the United States. Responsibilities include interior cleaning, exterior washing, and maintaining site facilities.

The role requires strong attention to safety, valid driving credentials, and basic auto detailing or mechanical knowledge. Applicants should be prepared for a drug test and comply with company safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 7 years' experience.
• Alternative: any level degree/certification beyond HS with 5 years' experience.
• Or 9 years’ experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Clean out and de-trash interior of vehicles by removing debris from ashtrays, console, dashboard, seats, etc.
• Remove license plates and window writings not pertinent to Auction business; disassemble spare tires.
• Wash vehicles with high-pressure washer or car wash; detail engine compartment and battery terminals.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Vehicle operation

Auto detailing knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Any degree/certification beyond HS

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Lead Lot Operations Specialist

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $22.02 - $33.08/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.

Job Description

• Clean out and de-trash interior of vehicles by removing any debris and trash from ashtrays, console, dashboard, door panels, seats, etc., as well as trunk and engine compartment.
• Remove license plates and stickers, as well as any writing from windows, except pertinent to Auction business. Disassemble spare tires in trunk.
• Wash vehicles using a high-pressure washer or automatic car wash equipment. Apply chemicals, power-wash the engine compartment and clean battery terminals.
• Clean doorjambs, sills, interior panels, wheels, tires, hub caps/wheel covers, wheel wells, moldings, bumpers, head- and taillights, spare tire , exterior panels, trunk, hood, and interior and exterior windows. Detail vehicles by cleaning and dressing trim, molding, weather stripping, instrument panel, steering wheel, dash molding, etc. with detail brushes.
• Vacuum interior, scrub, shampoo and spot clean carpet and upholstery. Straighten seatbelts.
• Clean glove box making sure that warranty booklet, owner’s manual and other manufacturer issued information is returned.
• Maintain all buildings, property, equipment, and landscaping for the site.
• Maintain exterior of facility and outside grounds by performing various clean-up duties as needed, such as picking up trash, operating sweeper, shoveling snow (depending on location), etc.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and comply with applicable safety rules.
• Follow safe operating and use procedures when utilizing cleaning solutions, machinery, 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 manager or supervisor, i.e., driving vehicle into building and to proper clean car staging area, occasional sale day driving, keep up with supply needs, deliver supplies, etc.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• High School Diploma/GED and 7 years' experience.

• The right candidate could also have adifferent combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 5 years' experience;

• or 9 years’ experience in a related field

• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.

Preferred

• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.

• Basic knowledge of auto detailing, paint application processes, and associated repair procedures (preferred but not required).

• Basic mechanical knowledge (i.e., changing flat tires, checking fluids, jump starting vehicles.)

• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.

• Ability to lift 1-15 pounds.

• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

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.

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.