Vehicle Operations Check In Specialist I (Manheim)

Cox Automotive Inc.; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

7 paid holidays

Job summary

Cox Automotive in the Fredericksburg area is seeking a Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist I to support auction check-in, VIN entry, and vehicle tracking. This role emphasizes safety and accurate data entry in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years of auction/vehicle registration experience, a valid driver’s license, and basic computer skills. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm, on site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1-3 years of auction and/or vehicle registration experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Input vehicle information into the AS400 system using handheld device for each vehicle received at the Auction (VIN, stock number, dealer ID, make, model, year, mileage, color, options).
• Affix barcode/stock number sticker on each vehicle.
• Associate Tracker device to WO# and install on OBD or strap 2nd gen tracker around steering wheel.
• Place work order numbers and routing labels; flag 'no key' cars.
• Direct transporters to vehicle drop zones and report damages as needed.
• Take digital images of vehicle upon receipt and ensure proper sale ID windshield code.
• Follow safety procedures and support Safety Excellence initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

High attention to detail

Driver's license

Basic computer skills

Stand/walk for long periods

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

AS400

Job description

Company
Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group
Vehicle Operations

Job Profile
Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist I

Management Level
Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option
No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %
No

Work Shift
Day

Compensation
Hourly base pay rate is $18.17 - $27.21/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Input accurate vehicle information into the AS400 computer using a handheld device for each vehicle received at the Auction including: Vehicle Identification number (VIN)
• Stock number
• Dealer identification number
• Make, model, year, mileage, color, options, etc.

• Affix barcode/stock number sticker on each vehicle received.
• Associate Tracker device to WO# and install on OBD port or strap 2nd generation tracker around steering wheel.
• Place work order numbers and routing labels on vehicles upon entry. Flag "no key" cars.
• Direct transporters to proper car drop zone. Report transport damage as needed.
• Take digital image of vehicle upon receipt.
• Provide proper sale identification windshield code to the person who is driving vehicle through the registration/check-in area.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such.
• Work in cooperation with safety leadership in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor, i.e. assist on sale days driving vehicles through Auction sales lanes, etc.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1-3 years of auction and/or vehicle registration experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat and climb.
• Ability to lift 1-15 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear. Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday
• 7:30am - 4:00pm

Work Environment

• Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions in Virgina. Moderate noise level.

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s 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 disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

EOE, including disability/vets

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.