Vehicle Condition Inspector & Report Writer

ACV Auctions; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ACV Auctions seeks a detail‑oriented Vehicle Inspector to assess overall vehicle condition for lane and online sales. You will verify VINs, update year/make/model, inspect equipment, tires and mechanicals, and photograph vehicles to support reports.

You will document damages, estimate costs, review odometer/frame, and work outdoors in all weather. A valid license and ability to drive manual and automatic transmissions are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Post high school training in damage assessment is preferred.
• Background in automotive repair cost estimating is preferred.
• Ability to write reports in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle identification.
• Identify and update vehicle information (Year, Make, Model, Trim).
• Inspect vehicle equipment, interior, tires, mechanical components.
• Document and estimate vehicle damages.
• Take photographs to support reports.
• Move vehicles on the lot and park as needed.
• Review odometer information.
• Assess frame condition and document damages to unibody and/or frame.
• Assess mechanical condition and document issues found.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Report writing

Vehicle knowledge

Damage cost estimation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Damage assessment training (preferred)

Job description

ACV Auctions seeks a detail‑oriented Vehicle Inspector to assess overall vehicle condition for lane and online sales. You will verify VINs, update year/make/model, inspect equipment, tires and mechanicals, and photograph vehicles to support reports.

You will document damages, estimate costs, review odometer/frame, and work outdoors in all weather. A valid license and ability to drive manual and automatic transmissions are required.