Vehicle Inspector Apprentice (Manheim)

CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 45,971,889 - 68,805,609; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive seeks an Inspector Apprentice for on-site work at a Cox location. Schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with hourly wages from $15.10 to $22.60 and potential commissions or incentive programs.

Responsibilities include inspecting vehicles, documenting findings, performing day-end procedures, and writing electronic condition reports. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 2 years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and follow directions.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with computers and common software.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information and identify damage or mechanical problems during receipt.
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation.
• Set up for day‑end and perform day‑end procedures.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Conduct OVE courtesy walks around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities and web‑based apps.
• Stay updated on inspection techniques and changes.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in safety activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned; overtime may be required.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Technical understanding

Computer skills

Standing/walking/sitting

Lifting capacity

Safe driving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer software

Web-based applications

Job description

Company Cox Automotive – USA – Vehicle Operations – Inspector Apprentice. This position requires on‑site presence at a specified Cox location. Work days are Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00AM to 3:30PM. Compensation is hourly, ranging from $15.10 to $22.60 per hour, with potential commissions or incentive programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information based on work order information—identify damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems by inspecting all customer vehicles at receipt (interior, exterior, odometer, trunk area, engine compartment) and noting any damage or repair to frame/paint, engine noise, AC/heater operation, radio, tire condition, etc.
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation.
• Set up the system for day‑end and perform day‑end procedures.
• Maintain knowledge to ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Conduct OVE courtesy walks around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities, required software packages, and web‑based applications.
• Stay updated on improvements and changes concerning body mechanical, frame labor, and inspection techniques.
• Demonstrate a visible safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling related behaviors.
• Actively participate in safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (minimum).
• Generally less than 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Safe driver with a valid driver's license.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions, and take instruction.
• Good organizational skills.
• Strong technical understanding (preferred).
• Advanced computer skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for prolonged periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, or kneel.
• Ability to lift and hold at least 10 pounds at waist level for an extended period.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Schedule

Tuesday – Saturday, 7:00AM – 3:30PM.

Work Environment

Exposure to outdoor weather and inclement conditions, moderate noise level, and potential inhalation of fumes and odors. Overtime (more than 40 hours per week) may be required as business needs dictate.

Drug Testing

All selected candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug test. Cox Automotive maintains a drug‑free workplace and prohibits the possession, use, or influence of illegal drugs during work hours, on company property, or in company vehicles.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month, seven paid holidays annually, and additional leave such as bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteer time, military, and parental leave.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without future sponsorship.