Manheim Mobile Inspector II Van Nuys, CA

About the role

A Mobile Inspector II functions as a member of the Manheim mobile inspections team for a designated region. Their primary responsibility is to conduct vehicle condition inspections on a client's lot, providing accurate and complete documentation of overall vehicle condition.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a thorough vehicle inspection.
• 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.
• Prepare and provide daily activity reports for management.
• Pivot and adapt to changes in daily appointments to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of each dealer visit.
• Build trust with Clients, engage to help them see the value in the Manheim Marketplace, and request more inventory to be inspected by providing quality and timely inspections.
• Represent Cox Automotive as a brand ambassador and provide premier client experience by interfacing regularly core clients and ensuring satisfaction.
• Work closely with the Wholesale Specialist team, peers, other Manheim workgroups and auctions.
• Utilize SalesForce.com for reporting, lead input and customer performance reviews.
• Understand NAAA Frame/Structure Damage Policy.
• Work in a continuous improvement/Lean environment and encourage to drive a lean culture.
• Maintain production expectations set by the leader.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such.
• Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED plus 3+ years of experience in a related field.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Must be detail oriented.
• 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.
• Ability to lift and hold at least 30 lbs. at waist level for an extended period of time.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.
• Frequently required to crouch, bend, and kneel to look at side or underneath car.
• 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.
• Able to deal with different lighting (i.e. exterior and interior lighting, natural and artificial light).
• 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.
• Able 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.

Qualifications

• Any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED; or 5 years' experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.
• Travel 100% - Reliable transportation required.

Skills

• Automotive knowledge is preferred, body and mechanical.

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.

Pay

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $19.90 - $29.81/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.

Schedule

Position may require travel up to 100% of the time.