Mobile Vehicle Inspector

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

📋 Description

• Perform vehicle condition assessments on-site for dealer clients within a designated area.

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

• Confirm vehicle identification, including VINs, mileage, sub-series, and options.

• Record the condition of the vehicle's exterior and interior, covering tires, frame, glass, panels, mechanical components, seating, dashboard, and installed options.

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

• Detect and document any damage, missing parts, and non-functional features.

• Establish trust with dealer clients through consistent quality service, professionalism, and prompt responses.

• Inform clients about Manheim Marketplace and mobile inspection offerings.

• Engage with dealers to boost inspection frequency and ensure ongoing participation.

• Utilize data, insights, and partner feedback to enhance inspection effectiveness and territory output.

• Adjust to daily appointment changes and scheduling variations to guarantee dealer coverage.

• Prepare and submit reports on daily activities and production metrics.

• Leverage Salesforce.com for reporting, managing leads, and tracking customer performance.

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

• Contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives and lean process enhancements.

• 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.

• For senior-level positions, conduct advanced inspections, mentor fellow team members, assist in onboarding, and act as a subject matter expert.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• Level 2: A High School Diploma or GED plus at least 3 years of experience in a relevant field, or any degree/certification beyond a high school diploma/GED, or 5 years of experience in a related field.

• Senior Level: A High School Diploma/GED plus 5 years of experience in a relevant field, or any degree/certification beyond a high school diploma/GED with 3 years of experience, or 7 years of experience in a related field.

• Prior vehicle inspection experience is mandatory for Senior Level candidates.

• Strong knowledge of automotive systems (both body and mechanical) is required for Senior Level roles.

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

• Ability to fulfill the physical and mental demands of the position within specified timeframes is necessary.

• Basic automotive knowledge is preferred for Level 1 candidates.

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

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

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

• At least one year of service with Manheim Inspections is recommended for Senior Level candidates.

• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening.

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

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

🏝️ Benefits

• Monthly performance incentives based on inspection volume; approximately $750 per month at target production, with potential earnings of $1,000+ per month for top performers.

• Guaranteed incentive during the first three full months of employment.

• Reimbursement for business use of a personal vehicle.

• A minimum of 16 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.

• Comprehensive health care insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Retirement planning options (401(k)).

• Paid sick leave.

• Flexible vacation/wellness days and/or PTO.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities.