Used Vehicle Inspector & Reconditioning Technician

Ingersoll Auto of Danbury; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & mentorship

Job summary

Ingersoll Automotive in Danbury seeks a meticulous Pre-Owned Vehicle Inspector / Reconditioning Technician to ensure inventory readiness. You will perform comprehensive UVIs, assess mechanical and safety conditions, and verify vehicles meet dealership standards before sale.

You will document findings in Tekion with clear photos, collaborate with Shop Foreman, Service Manager and Parts to streamline reconditioning, and help deliver safe, reliable vehicles to customers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an automotive service technician, B/C technician, or dedicated inspector.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic skills.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and accountability.
• Familiarity with dealership management systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle Inspection: Conduct thorough vehicle inspections—including CT K-208 road safety checks and detailed 160/162-point pre-owned inspections- on trade-ins, auction purchases, and incoming inventory.
• Mechanical & Safety Evaluation: Inspect engines, underbody components, brakes, suspension, steering, tires, electrical systems, and drivability.
• Documentation & Tekion Compliance: Accurately document all inspection findings, measurements, and parts requirements in Tekion, accompanied by clear photo documentation.
• Workflow Collaboration: Work closely with the Shop Foreman, Service Manager, and Parts Department to streamline reconditioning, verify parts availability, and eliminate bottlenecks in the shop.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure every vehicle meets our dealership standards for safety, reliability, and presentation prior to frontline release.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Diagnostic skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Ingersoll Automotive in Danbury seeks a meticulous Pre-Owned Vehicle Inspector / Reconditioning Technician to ensure inventory readiness. You will perform comprehensive UVIs, assess mechanical and safety conditions, and verify vehicles meet dealership standards before sale.

You will document findings in Tekion with clear photos, collaborate with Shop Foreman, Service Manager and Parts to streamline reconditioning, and help deliver safe, reliable vehicles to customers.