Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Inspector II

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 $17.69 - $26.54/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

An Inspector II functions as a member of the Inspections team for an operating location with the primary responsibilities of providing accurate and complete documentation of overall vehicle condition. More specifically, the documentation provided by the Inspector II is used to support the processing and sale of client/customer cosigned vehicles in lane and online.

An understanding and delivery of the following is required: 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; pricing parts using Mitchell Collision Estimate Guides; recommending labor actions, severity, pricing; identifying value added options; identifying 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); determining grade using Manheim’s Grade Scale (when applicable).

Qualifications:

Minimum:

High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field.

OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline;

OR 5 years’ experience in a related field

Safe driver's needed; valid driver's license required

Preferred:

1 - 3 years of experience in the automobile field (i.e., inspections, body/mechanic shop, etc.) strongly preferred.

Understanding of Baseline Inspections (Electronic Condition Report) & vehicle grading.

Body, paint and mechanical repair knowledge preferred.

Strong technical aptitude.

Familiarity with unibody and full-frame vehicles.

Good organizational skills needed.

Good communication and interpersonal skills required.

Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction required

Physical Requirements:  

Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. 

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 Environment:

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level.  May be exposed to fumes and odors.

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.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.