Mobile Vehicle Condition Inspector II

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

📋 Description

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

• Deliver precise, thorough, and prompt documentation of vehicle conditions in accordance with Manheim inspection standards.

• Locate, start, move, inspect, and safely return vehicles on dealer client lots.

• Confirm vehicle identification, VINs, mileage, sub-series, and options; accurately input this information into systems.

• Assess and document the exterior and interior condition of vehicles.

• Conduct basic mechanical evaluations of powertrain, drivetrain, and electrical components.

• Recognize and record any damage, missing parts, and non-operational features.

• Build rapport with dealer clients while educating them about Manheim Marketplace and mobile inspection services.

• Actively engage dealers to boost inspection volume and ensure their participation.

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

• Adjust to fluctuating daily appointments and schedules to guarantee dealer coverage.

• Prepare and submit daily activity and production reports.

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

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

• Contribute to ongoing improvement and Lean process enhancement initiatives.

• Meet production expectations while adhering to safety, health, compliance, and inspection standards.

• Participate in Safety Excellence initiatives.

• Undertake other duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED combined with 3+ years of experience in a related field, or any higher degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED, or 5 years of experience in a relevant field.

• Preferred 1–2 years of automotive-related experience.

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

• Capability to meet the physical and mental demands of the role within specified timeframes.

• Residence in Irvine, CA or within a 10-mile radius is mandatory.

• Must currently possess authorization to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

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

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test.

• Ability to independently conduct thorough and complex vehicle inspections.

• Competence in efficiently managing daily inspection schedules across dealer locations.

• Proficiency in using Salesforce.com for reporting, lead management, and tracking customer performance.

• Ability to comply with Manheim inspection standards, including the NAAA Frame/Structure Damage Policy.

• Capacity to work with minimal supervision while demonstrating sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.

• Skill in locating, starting, moving, inspecting, and returning vehicles safely on dealer client lots.

🏝️ Benefits

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

• Guaranteed incentives during the initial three full months.

• Reimbursement for business-related use of a personal vehicle.

• Minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off each month.

• Seven paid holidays throughout the 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 sick leave.

• Flexible vacation/wellness days and/or PTO.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities.