Mobile Vehicle Condition Inspector

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Mobile vehicle inspector conducting on-site dealer-lot inspections for Cox Automotive’s Manheim marketplace. Documenting vehicle condition, managing territory schedules, and supporting dealer participation.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct on-site vehicle condition inspections for dealer clients within an assigned territory
  • Locate, start, move, inspect, and safely return vehicles on dealer client lots
  • Verify vehicle identification, VINs, mileage, sub-series, and options; enter data accurately into systems
  • Inspect and document exterior and interior vehicle condition, including tires, frame, glass, panels, mechanical components, seating, dashboard, and installed options
  • Perform basic mechanical checks across powertrain, drivetrain, and electrical components
  • Identify and document damage, missing components, or inoperable features
  • Build trust and strong relationships with dealer clients
  • Educate clients on Manheim Marketplace and mobile inspection services
  • Proactively engage dealers to increase inspection volume and maintain participation
  • Use data, insights, and partner input to maximize inspection efficiency and territory productivity
  • Adapt to changes in daily appointments and schedules to ensure dealer coverage
  • Prepare and submit daily activity and production reports
  • Utilize Salesforce.com for reporting, lead management, and customer performance tracking
  • Collaborate with Wholesale Specialists, peers, and other Manheim teams
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and Lean process enhancement
  • Maintain production expectations established by leadership
  • Follow safety and health procedures and participate in Safety Excellence initiatives
  • Comply with Manheim inspection standards, including the NAAA Frame/Structure Damage Policy
  • Senior Level: perform advanced inspections, mentor peers, support onboarding, and serve as a subject matter resource

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED required for Level 1
  • Level 2: High School Diploma or GED plus 3+ years of experience in a related field; alternatively, any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED, or 5 years’ experience in a related field
  • Senior Level: High School Diploma/GED plus 5 years’ experience in a related field; alternatively, any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience, or 7 years’ experience in a related field
  • Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record required
  • Ability to meet physical and mental demands of the role within required timeframes
  • Previous vehicle inspection experience required for Senior Level
  • Strong automotive knowledge (body and mechanical) required for Senior Level
  • 0–1 years of automotive-related experience preferred for Level 1
  • 1–2 years of automotive-related experience preferred for Level 2
  • 2–3 years of automotive-related experience strongly preferred for Senior Level
  • 1 year of service with Manheim Inspections recommended for Senior Level
  • 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
  • Must clear a pre-employment drug test

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))
  • Sick leave
  • Flexible vacation/wellness days and/or PTO
  • Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities