Lot Operations Utility Specialist I (Union) (Manheim)

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Utility Specialist I (Union)

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Standard Union

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

This position requires maintaining qualifications in three classifications: Vehicle Photography, Inspection, and Check-in. Daily work requirements will depend on current business needs and may change multiple times during the day.

Vehicle Inspector:

• Inspect customer vehicles for damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems.
• Write electronic condition reports (ECR).
• Document vehicle condition for processing and sale.
• Prepare vehicles for Internet viewing with digital pictures and condition reports.
• Follow client and Manheim Inspections instructions.
• Conduct OVE courtesy walk-around inspections.
• Demonstrate safety commitment and follow safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including moving and starting vehicles.

Vehicle Photographer:

• Set up and maintain auction site image booth.
• Operate camera and equipment to capture vehicle images.
• Transfer images into vehicle condition report format.
• Ensure cameras and imaging equipment are maintained.
• Take and upload digital photographs of vehicles.
• Perform self-audits for image quality.
• Troubleshoot technical/equipment issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Vehicle Check-in Clerk:

• Input accurate vehicle information into the AS400 computer.
• Affix barcode/stock number stickers on vehicles.
• Direct transporters to proper car drop zone.
• Take digital images of vehicles upon receipt.
• Demonstrate safety commitment and follow safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting on sale days.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Generally, less than 2 years’ experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks, manual dexterity.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and depth perception.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Body, paint and mechanical repair knowledge.
• Familiarity with unibody and full-frame vehicles.
• Good organizational skills needed.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions and take instruction required.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat or kneel.
• Ability to lift and hold at least 10 lbs. at waist level for an extended period of time.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Preferred:

• 1 - 3 years of experience in the automobile field (i.e., inspections, body/mechanic shop, etc.) strongly preferred.
• 1 year of experience in photography preferred experience in digital and computer processing a plus.
• Basic computer software skills are preferred.
• Certification or education in photography a plus.
• Understanding of Baseline Inspections (Electronic Condition Report) & vehicle grading.
• 1 – 3 years of auction and/or vehicle registration experience preferred.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Work Environment:

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level. May be exposed to fumes and odors

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of workin