Senior Mobile Vehicle Condition Inspector, Lot Auditor

Role Overview

• Conduct a thorough vehicle inspection at an expert level
• Responsible for area audits through a physical count of client vehicles, in addition to an audit of dealer’s records including the sale, disposition and proceeds of the vehicles in question
• Responsible for reconciling dealer and Cox customer physical counts, and in some cases, facilitating payment from dealer to finance company
• Locate, start, move, inspect, and return vehicles on dealer/clients’ lot safely
• Verify vehicle identification and enter accurate vehicle information into the inspection system to correct VIN, mileage, and sub series
• Inspect vehicle equipment and options, documenting results including 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
• Perform basic mechanical checks on vehicles including powertrain, drivetrain, and electrical components
• Will assist lower-level mobile inspectors to navigate more complex inspections and client relationships
• Prepare and provide daily activity reports for management
• Be able to pivot and adapt to changes in daily appointments to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of each dealer visit
• Develop strong knowledge of clients in territory and work together with partners to keep them active with Manheim mobile inspections through regular, pro-active on lot engagement
• Collaborate with the Wholesale Specialist team, peers, other Manheim workgroups, and auctions

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED plus 5 years’ experience in a related field
• The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level of degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience; or 7 years’ experience in related field
• Previous vehicle inspection experience and automotive knowledge is required, body and mechanical
• 2-3 years of any automotive-related experience is strongly preferred
• 1 year of service with Manheim Inspections recommended
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required
• Travel 100%
• Reliable transportation required
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required
• Strong technical aptitude
• Must be detail oriented
• Experience in navigating handheld and other documentation devices preferred
• Motivated to work independently with remote supervision
• Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction is required
• Body, paint, and mechanical repair knowledge helpful
• Familiarity with unibody and full-frame helpful

Benefits

• Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Additional paid time off in the form of 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)