Mobile Vehicle Condition Inspector

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Perform vehicle condition inspections on-site for dealer clients within a designated territory.

• Locate, start, move, inspect, and safely return vehicles on the lots of dealer clients.

• Verify vehicle identification, VINs, mileage, sub-series, and options, ensuring accurate data entry into systems.

• Inspect and record both the exterior and interior conditions of vehicles, including tires, frame, glass, panels, mechanical components, seating, dashboard, and installed options.

• Conduct basic mechanical checks on powertrain, drivetrain, and electrical components.

• Identify and document any damage, missing components, or non-functional features.

• Establish trust with dealer clients through consistent quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

• Educate clients about Manheim Marketplace and mobile inspection services.

• Engage with dealers to boost inspection volume and maintain their participation.

• Utilize data, insights, and partner feedback to enhance inspection efficiency and productivity within the territory.

• Adapt to daily changes in appointments and schedules to ensure dealer coverage.

• Prepare and submit daily activity and production reports.

• Leverage Salesforce.com for reporting, lead management, and tracking customer performance.

• Collaborate with Wholesale Specialists, colleagues, and other Manheim teams.

• Contribute to continuous improvement and process enhancement in a Lean environment.

• Maintain production expectations while adhering to safety and health protocols.

• Participate in Safety Excellence initiatives.

• Comply with Manheim inspection standards, including the NAAA Frame/Structure Damage Policy.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Level 2: Independently manage detailed inspections, schedules, dealer relationships, inspection volume, and continuous improvement.

• Senior Level: Conduct advanced inspections, act as a subject matter expert, support onboarding and development, and exemplify safety and operational excellence.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required for Level 1.

• Level 2: High School Diploma or GED plus 3+ years of experience in a related field; alternatively, any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED, or 5 years of experience in a related field.

• Senior Level: High School Diploma/GED plus 5 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED and 3 years of experience, or 7 years of experience in a related field.

• Minimal automotive knowledge is preferred for Level 1.

• 0–1 years of automotive-related experience are preferred for Level 1.

• 1–2 years of automotive-related experience are preferred for Level 2.

• Previous vehicle inspection experience is required for Senior Level.

• Strong automotive knowledge (both body and mechanical) is necessary for Senior Level.

• 2–3 years of automotive-related experience is strongly preferred for Senior Level.

• 1 year of service with Manheim Inspections is recommended.

• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.

• The ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the role within required timeframes is essential.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

• No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, or visa sponsorship is available now or in the future.

🏝️ Benefits

• Monthly performance incentive based on inspection volume; approximately $750 per month at target production and $1,000+ per month for top performers.

• Guaranteed incentive during the first three full months.

• Reimbursement for the business use of a personal vehicle.

• A minimum of 16 hours of paid time off every month.

• Seven paid holidays per calendar year.

• Bereavement leave.

• Time off to vote.

• Jury duty leave.

• Volunteer time off.

• Military leave.

• Parental leave.

• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision).

• Retirement planning (401(k)).

• Paid days off, including sick leave and flexible vacation/wellness days and/or PTO.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities.