Auto Damage Field Inspector
Company: Alliance Inspection Management Llc
Location: Orlando
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Title: Auto Damage Field InspectorReports to: Area
ManagerSummaryThis is an exciting, challenging and highly visible
position. The AiM Auto Damage Field Inspector conducts mobile, used
vehicle inspections within a designated geographical area. The
field inspector will perform a variety of different inspections
ranging from off-lease vehicles at a lessees home or business to
major damage vehicles on behalf of an insurance provider. The field
inspector will also be cross-trained to perform dealer floor plan
audits on behalf of automobile finance companies.The field
inspector must maintain high ethical/company standards and policies
when conducting inspections and audits on behalf of AiM. All field
inspectors are provided with a company vehicle, equipped with GPS
technology, subject to satisfactorily meeting all AiM
standards/requirements upon being offered a position.II. Essential
Duties and ResponsibilitiesVehicle inspections The field inspector
drives to locations such as homes, offices, and other fixed sites
to perform used vehicle inspections. A field inspector must
accurately assess vehicle condition, estimate value of required
repairs (using damage estimating software), document findings in a
condition report, and transmit completed reports after each
inspection.Dealer Floor Plan Audits -The field inspectors will be
cross-trained to perform dealer floor plan audits based on
geographical area and need. The field inspectors will be
responsible for a physical count of vehicles, in addition to an
audit of dealers records including the sale, disposition and
proceeds of the vehicles in question. The field inspectors will be
responsible for reconciling dealer and AiM customer physical
counts, and in some cases, facilitating payment from dealer to the
finance company.Performance Expectations - Document and record
vehicle damages, utilizing proprietary inspection and damage
estimating software with laptop computer and digital camera. The
field inspectors will be expected to electronically report status
of his/ her assignments during the day using AiMs proprietary
scheduling and routingsoftware in order to maintain high
productivity each work day.Customer Engagement - The field
inspectors will be the front line in regards to face-to-face
interaction with AiMs clients including their dealers and lessees.
This position will require an increased level of customer service
skills combined with a heightened sense of professionalism.Other -
Perform additional duties as required by the Company. Make
continuous recommendations to improve quality and
efficiency.Regular Attendance and AvailabilityIII. Supervisory
ResponsibilitiesOn occasion, field inspectors may be asked to train
new hire field inspectors and supervise group dealer audits.IV.
Required SkillsThe ideal candidate should display the following
skills:Teamwork Balance individual and team responsibilities.Highly
Motivated - Ambitious and open to working in fast paced
environment.Attention to Detail Looks for ways to improve and
promote quality.Good Communication Skills - Both oral and
writtenTime Management - Ability to manage individual workday and
work independently from home with minimal supervision. Ability to
exercise independent judgment and discretion, and to conclude as to
inspection and audit findings.Advanced Computer Skills Knowledge of
basic hardware, operating systems, software and overall
functionality with a computer (i.e. email, media download/upload,
internet, etc)V. QualificationsEducationHigh school or GED
equivalent requiredSome college level courses and/or technical
courses (particularly in the automotive industry) preferred, but
not necessary.Experience Minimum 4 years of consistent, full-time
work experience General knowledge of automotive components
preferred. AiM will train the ideal candidate. Automotive
Estimating/ Repair a plus Having a Damage Estimator License or
Independent Auto Damage and Theft Appraisal Adjuster License for
the state of New York a plus Experience working independently or
with limited supervisionVI. Essential Physical RequirementsWork
ConditionsMust meet all physical aspects to be able to successfully
complete the vehicle inspection routine including:Bending/
KneelingWalkingStandingLifting (up to 25 lbs.)ClimbingGetting
in/out of vehiclesMust be able to work outside in all weather
conditions (heat, rain, cold, snow, etc.)Must be able to work
extended hours including weekends and holidays if neededMust be
able to safely operate a Motor VehiclePossess a valid state issued
drivers licenseGood driving record with no more than one moving
violation in the last three yearsMust be 21 years or older due to
car rental regulationsVII. Pre-Employment ScreeningMotor Vehicle
Report (MVR) review (driving record from state DMV)Criminal
background screeningDrug TestAll candidates considered for
employment must satisfactorily pass all elements of the pre-
employment screening before a formal offer can be made.VIII.
TravelThe position requires occasional overnight travel to assist
with special projects or increased volumes.VIV. ClassificationThis
position is non-exempt (hourly) and eligible for overtime. Full
Time Auction Inspectors (30 or more hours per week) are eligible to
participate in AIMs benefit plans, including medical, dental and
401k (upon completion of the first 60 days of employment, beginning
on the first of the next month; 90 days for 401k).AiM provides
equal employment opportunity without regard to an applicants race,
sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental
disability, medical condition, religion, or veteran
status.Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable
accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities
Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is
a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an
equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on
AiM. Please inform us if you need assistance completing any forms
or to otherwise participate in the application process. To comply
with Federal law, Alliance Inspection Management LLC, participates
in E-Verify.#P1ExperienceRequired1 year(s): Experience working
independently or with limited supervision4 year(s): consistent,
full-time work experiencePreferred1 year(s): Automotive Estimating/
Repair1 year(s): General knowledge of automotive components
preferredEducationRequiredHigh School or betterPreferredSome
college or betterLicenses & CertificationsPreferredAuto ServiceAuto
RepairSkillsRequiredTeam PlayerSense of
UrgencyPlanning/OrganizingFlexibilityDetail
OrientedDispatch/Customer Service SkillsCommunication
SkillsAnalyticalComputer/Technical LiteracyAbility to Multi Taskby
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