Mobile Vehicle Inspector

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

📋 Description

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

• Safely locate, start, move, inspect, and return vehicles on dealer client lots.

• Confirm vehicle identification, VINs, mileage, sub-series, and options; ensure accurate data entry into the system.

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

• Conduct basic mechanical inspections across powertrain, drivetrain, and electrical components.

• Identify and record any damage, missing parts, or non-functional features.

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

• Inform clients about the benefits of Manheim Marketplace and mobile inspection services.

• Actively engage dealers to boost inspection volumes and ensure ongoing participation.

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

• Adjust to daily changes in appointments and schedules to provide effective dealer coverage.

• Prepare and submit daily activity and production reports.

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

• Collaborate with Wholesale Specialists, colleagues, and other Manheim teams to ensure client success.

• Operate within a continuous improvement and Lean environment, contributing to process enhancements.

• Adhere to production expectations set by leadership.

• Follow all safety and health protocols and engage in Safety Excellence initiatives.

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

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Candidates must reside in Rhode Island.

• A 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, or an alternative combination such as 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, or an alternative combination such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED and 3 years of experience, or 7 years of experience in a related field.

• Previous vehicle inspection experience is required for Senior Level.

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

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

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

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

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

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

• 1 year of service with Manheim Inspections is recommended for Senior Level.

• 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 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.

• Month of Hire: Prorated guarantee up to $750.

• First Full Month: Guaranteed $750.

• Second Full Month: Guaranteed $500.

• Third Full Month: Guaranteed $500.

• 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.

• Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, vision).

• Retirement planning (401(k)).

• Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).