Company
Cox Automotive - USA
Vehicle Operations
Inspector Apprentice
Individual Contributor
No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location
No
Day
Compensation
Hourly base pay rate is $13.70 - $20.53/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 Summary
Looking for a job where your attention to detail matters? Step into the driver’s seat as a Vehicle Inspector and become the sharp eye behind every vehicle’s story. You won’t just inspect cars, you’ll uncover the details others miss, capturing precise images and documenting condition with accuracy that keeps the entire operation moving forward. If you take pride in noticing the small things, working independently, and being trusted to get it right the first time, this role puts you in control. Every vehicle is different. Every inspection counts.
Key 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.e., jump starting vehicles, moving vehicles, imaging vehicles)
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Generally, less than 2 years of experience.
- Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
Preferred:
- 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
Physical requirements:
- 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.
- 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.
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.
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.