Part-Time Lot Operations Specialist II (Manheim)

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

Job summary

Cox Enterprises is seeking a Shuttle Driver in Indianapolis to orient and train new drivers, coordinate schedules, and transport employees and vehicles to multiple locations. The role emphasizes safety and teamwork while maintaining efficient vehicle flow and on-time pickups.

Required are a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to operate both automatic and manual transmissions with basic mechanical skills. Overtime may be required based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; 3 years’ related experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to operate automatic and manual transmission vehicles.
• Basic mechanical knowledge preferred.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Orient and instruct new drivers regarding their job duties and assist supervisor in assigning and directing the work of employees.
• Communicate with supervisor or manager to assure proper flow of vehicles and maintain log of stock numbers for each vehicle moved and its lot location.
• Communicate schedules and assignments to the crew members.
• Manage vans and transport drivers to locations and ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of employees and vehicles.
• Shuttle employees to and from parking lots on sale days; provide transportation to employees parking inventoried vehicles at remote sites.
• Pick-up and drop-off employees and Auction personnel to/from the Auction, parking lots, dealerships, customer locations/businesses, and other locations.
• Perform daily maintenance and routine checks of the van and clean and service the vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Work in cooperation with Market Safety Manager in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Work with manager to review work volumes, plan and continuously monitor staffing levels to ensure efficiency, quality work product, and effective customer service; review departmental performance against key performance indicators and metrics and develop and execute strategies for improvement.
• Effectively leads the team at the location by setting an example in behavior, championing Cox/Manheim values and ensuring that all employees are treated with respect.
• Enforce all company policies and procedures related to employee and customer conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Skills

Safe driving

Vehicle operation

Scheduling coordination

Team leadership

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Related field certification or degree (extra)

Job description

• Orient and instruct new drivers regarding their job duties and assist supervisor in assigning and directing the work of employees.

• Communicate with supervisor or manager to assure proper flow of vehicles and maintain log of stock numbers for each vehicle moved and its lot location.

• Communicate schedules and assignments to the crew members.

• Manage vans and transport drivers to locations. Ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of employees and vehicles by transporting them according to schedule to their proper work destinations.

• Shuttle employees to and from auxiliary parking lots on sale days; provide transportation to employees parking inventoried vehicles at remote sites.

• Pick-up and drop-off employees and other Auction personnel to/from the Auction, parking lots, dealerships, customer locations/businesses, and other locations.

• Perform daily maintenance and routine checks of the van and clean and service the vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories.

• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Work in cooperation with Market Safety Manager in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.

• Work with manager to review work volumes, plan and continuously monitor staffing levels to ensure efficiency, quality work product, and effective customer service; review departmental performance against key performance indicators and metrics and develop and execute strategies for improvement.

• Effectively leads the team at the location by setting an example in behavior, championing Cox/Manheim values and ensuring that all employees are treated with respect.

• Enforce all company policies and procedures related to employee and customer conduct.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

Minimum

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field.

• OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline;

• OR 5 years’ experience in a related field

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

• Ability to drive automatic and standard transmission vehicles.

• Basic mechanical experience (changing flat tires, checking fluids, jump-starting vehicles, etc.).

Preferred

• 6 months auction or driving experience.

• General knowledge of automotive lot layouts and auction operations.

• Knowledge of local roads, hotels, airports, and restaurants as you could potentially shuttle customers around the immediate area of our auction lot.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift at least 15 lbs.

• This is a physically demanding, fast-paced job in a chaotic environment. You’ll need to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, reach, hear, and talk for extended times.

• Ability to work in varying weather conditions, tolerate elevated noise levels and ongoing car exhaust fumes.

• Vision: ability to see close, distance, color variations, depth perception, and adjust focus.