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Mobile Vehicle Inspector II, Manheim Express, Bakersfield, CA

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A Mobile Inspector II functions as a member of the Manheim mobile inspections team for a designated region with the primary responsibility of conducting vehicle condition inspections on a client's lot. Their core skill is to provide accurate and complete documentation of overall vehicle condition within the parameters of a Manheim inspection. This position will 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.

As a Mobile Inspector II, it is expected to perform tasks with minimal guidance and supervision, while demonstrating growing independence and problem?solving skills.

Primary Duties & Key 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.
• Be able to pivot and adapt to changes in daily appointments to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of each dealer visit.
• Develop strong knowledge of clients in territory and work together with partners to keep them active with Manheim mobile inspections through regular, pro?active on?lot engagement.
• Receive data and insight from partners and leverage to maximize volume of units inspected on dealer lots.
• Represent Cox Automotive as a brand ambassador and provide premier client experience by interfacing regularly with core clients and ensuring satisfaction.
• Function as a solid team player and 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 be encouraged 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.

Required Experience & Specialist Knowledge and Skills

• High School Diploma/GED required and 3 years experience.
• Automotive knowledge is preferred, body and mechanical.
• 1-2 years of any automotive related experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record required.
• Travel 100% Reliable transportation required. Reimbursement program dependent on number of miles driven.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Experience in navigating handheld and other documentation devices preferred.
• 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. 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.

USD 16.44 - 24.71 per hour

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is $16.44 - $24.71/hour. The hourly rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's experience. In addition to the hourly range identified herein, this role is also eligible for an annual incentive/commission target of $6,000.00.

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.

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

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full?time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Software Development

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