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About the Role

The Inspector Apprentice functions as a member of the Inspections team, providing accurate and complete documentation of overall vehicle condition to support the processing and sale of client/customer cosigned vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle information based on work order information
• Identify damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems by inspecting all customer vehicles at time of receipt
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation
• Set up 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, software packages, and web-based applications
• Maintain a working knowledge on improvements and changes concerning body mechanical, frame labor, inspection techniques, etc.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures
• Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence
• Perform other duties as assigned by management
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Generally, less than 2 years of experience
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required
• Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles
• Minimal knowledge of automotive body and mechanical work
• 0-1 years of body shop, mechanical, claims adjuster or estimating experience
• Ability to multitask and must be detail oriented
• Basic computer skills
• Experience in navigating handheld and other documentation devices
• Ability to pass Inspector Certification Exam within 90 days
• Frequently required to crouch, bend and kneel to look at side or underneath car
• Strength to lift hood or trunk
• Bend while performing audits
• Reach inside or underneath vehicle
• Near vision abilities required to find dings and scratches, paint work, hail damage, frame/unibody, other exterior damage and Interior damage
• Able to identify exterior or interior colors
• Ability to deal with different lighting (i.e., exterior and interior lighting, natural and artificial light)
• Requires physical ability and mental acuity to execute the duties of the position successfully within required timeframes to meet business requirements
• Clear a pre-employment drug test
• 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
• 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

Skills

• VIN recognition
• Proper notation of all options and equipment in vehicle
• Proper odometer reading and operable function
• Identification of damage, missing parts, and major mechanical problems
• Estimating repair cost pricing
• Recommending labor actions, severity, pricing
• Identifying value added options
• Identifying basic mechanical conditions
• Identifying common wear and tear
• Evaluating fluid levels
• Documenting vehicle condition in writing by completing appropriate Vehicle Condition Report
• Completing inspections process and data entry in appropriate time frames
• Collecting digital photos per specific criteria guidelines
• Test driving (when applicable)
• Accurately determining grade using Manheim’s Grading Scale (when applicable)

Location

• Specified Cox location

Work Type

• Onsite
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Entry Level
• 0-1 years

Education Level

• High School Diploma/GED

Salary/Compensations

• $15.10 - $22.60/hour

Benefits

• Minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Bereavement leave
• Time off to vote
• Jury duty leave
• Volunteer time off
• Military leave
• Parental leave
• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement planning (401(k))
• Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO)

About the Company

• Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike.
• 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.
• Cox brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future.
• Cox looks for individuals who share its pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges.
• Cox employees love technology and making a difference.
• They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues.
• Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe.
• From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for its pioneers.
• There’s no shortage of opportunities to make a difference.
• Experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting.
• To help employees grow to their full potential, Cox strives to support employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

Equal Opportunity

• 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