Vehicle Inspector

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car + fuel card

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting is seeking a Field Operations Coordinator for Sacramento, CA. The role focuses on conducting vehicle inspections and coordinating with local dealerships in the Stockton area.

It is a field-based position with a preference for hands-on automotive knowledge and independent work, while maintaining strong customer interactions. The candidate will travel to local dealerships, inspect engines and components, and submit digital reports using a mobile app.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on automotive experience (mechanic/technician).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicle engines, transmissions, interiors and exteriors.
• Submit digital inspection reports via mobile app.
• Travel locally to dealerships to inspect vehicles before sale.
• Coordinate inspection and prep timelines with dealerships.
• Communicate with Operations and Sales teams.

Skills

Hands-on automotive experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Tools

Mobile inspection app

Job description

Field Operations Coordinator – Automotive

Location: Sacramento, CA | Remote / Field-Based

Pay: $28–$30/hour

Commission: Up to $500/Month

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Perks: Company Car + Fuel Card

Experience: 5+ Years of Automotive Experience

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Field Operations Coordinator to conduct vehicle inspections and work directly with dealerships throughout the Stockton area.

This is a field-based role ideal for someone with strong hands-on automotive knowledge who enjoys working independently and interacting with customers.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect vehicle engines, transmissions, interiors, and exteriors.
• Complete and submit digital inspection reports using a mobile app.
• Travel locally to dealerships to inspect vehicles prior to sale.
• Coordinate inspection and vehicle-preparation timelines with dealerships.
• Communicate with internal Operations and Sales teams.
• Build positive relationships with dealership partners.
• Distribute marketing materials to support sales efforts.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of hands-on automotive experience, such as mechanic or technician experience.
• Knowledge of engines, transmissions, differentials, and transfer cases.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Comfortable traveling locally between dealerships.
• Ability to use mobile technology and digital inspection tools.
• Strong customer-service and communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• $28–$30/hour.
• Up to $500/month in commission.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Health benefits.
• 401(k).
• Paid Time Off.

WHY JOIN?

• Monday–Friday schedule.
• Company vehicle and fuel provided.
• Independent, field-based work environment.
• Join a technology-driven company modernizing the wholesale automotive industry.