Mobile Vehicle Inspector

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

📋 Description

• Carry out on-site vehicle condition evaluations for dealer clients within a designated territory.

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

• Confirm vehicle identification, VINs, mileage, sub-series, and options, and accurately input data.

• Assess and document both exterior and interior vehicle conditions.

• Conduct basic mechanical assessments across powertrain, drivetrain, and electrical systems.

• Recognize and record damage, missing components, and non-functional features.

• Establish trust and cultivate strong relationships with dealer clients.

• Inform clients about Manheim Marketplace and mobile inspection services.

• 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 changes in daily schedules and appointments.

• Prepare and submit reports on daily activities and production.

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

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

• Contribute to ongoing improvement and Lean process advancements.

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

• Participate in Safety Excellence initiatives.

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

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• At advanced levels, independently oversee inspection activities, perform complex inspections, mentor peers, assist in onboarding, and act as a subject matter expert.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• For Mobile Inspector – Level 2: High School Diploma or GED plus 3+ years of experience in a related field; alternatively, any level degree/certification beyond a high school diploma/GED or 5 years’ experience in a related field.

• For Mobile Inspector – Senior Level: High School Diploma/GED plus 5 years’ experience in a related field; alternatively, any level degree/certification beyond a high school diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience, or 7 years’ experience in a related field.

• Basic automotive knowledge is preferred for Level 1.

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

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

• Previous vehicle inspection experience is required for the Senior Level.

• Strong automotive knowledge, including body and mechanical aspects, is required for the Senior Level.

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

• 1 year of service with Manheim Inspections is recommended.

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

• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the role within required timeframes.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.

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

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

🏝️ Benefits

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

• Guaranteed incentive during the first three full months.

• Reimbursement for business use of a personal vehicle.

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

• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

• Bereavement leave.

• Time off to vote.

• Jury duty leave.

• Volunteer time off.

• Military leave.

• Parental leave.

• Health care insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Retirement planning (401(k)).

• Sick leave.

• Flexible vacation/wellness days and/or PTO.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities.