Inspector I (Manheim) - Military Veterans

• Verify vehicle information based on work order information – identify damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems by inspecting all customer vehicles at time of receipt (i.e., interior, exterior, odometer reading, trunk area, engine compartment), noting any damage or repair to frame/paint, engine noise, AC/heater operation, radio, tire condition, etc.
• Prepare and complete all necessary documentation.
• Set up system for day-end; perform day-end procedures.
• Maintain knowledge to ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk around inspections.
• Maintain knowledge of system capabilities, knowledge of needed/job-relevant software packages, and web-based applications.
• Maintain a working knowledge on improvements and changes concerning body mechanical, frame labor, inspection techniques, etc.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Generally less than 2 years’ experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.  
• Must pass Inspector Certification Exam within 90 days

Preferred

• ASE certification or background in automotive repair, and cost estimating.
• Knowledge ICAR Certifications preferred.
• General knowledge of automotive body and mechanical work preferred.
• Previous body shop experience, mechanical experience, estimating experience a plus.

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:

• Subject to outside environmental conditions.