Vehicle Inspector Apprentice: Hands-on Training & Growth

Cox Communications, Inc.; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Bereavement leave

Time off to vote

Jury duty leave

Volunteer time off

Military leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, is seeking an Inspector Apprentice in Fontana, CA. You will receive hands-on training to inspect vehicles and document their condition, building skills and career stability with an iconic automotive brand.

No previous experience or education is required; training will be provided to succeed in this role. Expect to learn the inspection process, data entry, and vehicle-record documentation while supporting daily operations.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles.
• Minimal knowledge of automotive body and mechanical work.
• 1 year of body shop, mechanical, claims adjuster or estimating experience.
• Experience navigating handheld and other documentation devices.
• Ability to pass Inspector Certification Exam within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle identification and enter information into the inspection system, including VIN, year, make, model, subseries and mileage.
• Inspect vehicle equipment and options, documenting results such as damage, previous repairs, structural issues and missing or inoperable items.
• Evaluate and record the exterior condition of vehicles, including tires, frame, glass, body panels and mechanical components.
• Document the interior condition of vehicles, including seats, dashboard and vehicle options.
• Complete and verify data entry.
• Perform other duties as needed, including jump-starting, moving and photographing vehicles.

Job description

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, is seeking an Inspector Apprentice in Fontana, CA. You will receive hands-on training to inspect vehicles and document their condition, building skills and career stability with an iconic automotive brand.

No previous experience or education is required; training will be provided to succeed in this role. Expect to learn the inspection process, data entry, and vehicle-record documentation while supporting daily operations.