Inspector Apprentice (Manheim)

Key Responsibilities

• Verify vehicle identification and enter accurate vehicle information into the inspection system.
• 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 (e.g., jump starting vehicles, moving vehicles, imaging vehicles).

Minimum Qualifications

• A 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

• 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 oriented.
• 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.
• 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.

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $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.

Benefits

• Eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• 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.