Vehicle Inspector ; Manheim
Listed on 2026-03-03
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Automotive
Automotive Technician, Automotive Mechanic
Company
Cox Automotive - USA
Job Family GroupVehicle Operations
Job ProfileInspector I
Management LevelIndividual Contributor
Flexible Work OptionNo remote option; must work at a specified Cox location
Travel %No
Work ShiftDay
CompensationHourly base pay rate is $15.10 - $22.60/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 DescriptionKey Responsibilities
- Verify vehicle identification and enter accurate vehicle information into the inspection system. (i.e., correct VIN, year, make model, sub series, & mileage.
- Inspect vehicle equipment and options, documenting results including damage, previous repairs, structural damage, missing or inoperable items.
- Inspect and record vehicle exterior condition, including but not limited to tires, frame, glass, panels and mechanical components.
- Inspect and record the vehicle interior condition, including but not limited to seats, dashboard and options.
- Complete and verify data entry in support of documentation of vehicle condition.
- Other duties as needed or required. (i.g., jump starting vehicles, moving vehicles, imaging vehicles)
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Generally, less than 2 years of experience.
- Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
- Two Shifts available
- Tuesday
- Saturday and Monday
- Friday. - Weekend hours are 5:00am- 1:30pm and weekday hours are 6:00am- 2:45pm.
- 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 orientated
- 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 time frames to meet business requirements.
- Work outside in the elements year-round.
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.
BenefitsEmployees 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 UsThrough 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 efits 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).
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