Vehicle Inspector Job Description
Vehicle inspector
provides dealer technical support, diagnostic support, warranty support and part support needed to maintain and repair BEV vehicles.
Vehicle Inspector Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective vehicle inspector job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included vehicle inspector job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Ensure proper follow through on all directives, bulletins, schedules and reports from auction management and corporate sources
Maintain good operating condition of all equipment
Provide prompt and courteous service both in person and on the phone
Ensures thorough vehicle inspections by obtaining an accurate assessment of the vehicle in the form of detailed and well-written quality reports
Ensures vehicles meet acceptable standards by understanding, enforcing and facilitating the specific programs, rules and guidelines, as established by corporate customers GM, Ford, and DaimlerChrysler
Other duties may apply assisting with yard responsibilities, declaring personal belongings left in vehicles by recording information, collecting and storing
Identifying damages, discrepancies, missing parts by inspecting vehicles as per inspection requirements
Complete thorough vehicle inspections by obtaining an accurate assessment of the vehicle, and ensure vehicles meet acceptable standards by understanding, enforcing, and facilitating the specific programs, rules and guidelines as established by customers
Responsible for site security by maintaining the auction perimeter
Must be able to endure long periods outdoors, therefore proper clothing is a requirement for this position
Vehicle Inspector Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Vehicle Inspector
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ASE, I-CAR
Education for Vehicle Inspector
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the vehicle inspector job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Collage Degree in Automotive, Diesel Technology, Secondary Education, Education, Ethics, Automotive Technology, Technology, Diesel, Law, Manufacturing
Skills for Vehicle Inspector
Desired skills for vehicle inspector include:
Current rates
Labor and parts charges to ensure that ECR’s are completed correctly
Technology
Along with basic computer skills
Automotive components and bodywork process and
Physical damage training
Equipment and options concerning vehicles
Physical attributes of vehicles
Motor vehicles
Repair costs and billable repair hours
Desired experience for vehicle inspector includes:
Valid BC driver's license minimum class 5 and ability to drive automatic and standard transmissions
Communicate with assembly team to find vehicles ready for inspection
Read through Work Order and understand all build specifications
Communicate with engineering as necessary to understand specifications
Ensure all assembly paperwork is completely and properly filled out
Visually and manually inspect vehicles to ensure it meets all build specifications
Vehicle Inspector Examples
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Vehicle Inspector Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a vehicle inspector. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for vehicle inspector
- Measure components using a tape measure and calipers
- Examine vehicles for visual damage
- Deliver feedback to the assembly team to clearly explain deficiencies and how to correct them
- Release vehicle through an Excel document emailed via Outlook
- Duties include, checking in, evaluating, grading and writing condition reports on vehicles arriving at ADESA
- Other duties may apply assisting with yard responsibilities, assisting in detailing vehicles, declaring personal belongings left in vehicles by recording information, collecting and storing
- May be required to drive in the auction on sale days
- Carry out inspections on various motor-vehicles including classic cars (1950s – 1960s), motorbikes, tractors, combine harvesters
- Perform mobile inspections at various client sites
- Correctly record and enter data into computer systems, via PDA, Laptop or Tablet
Qualifications for vehicle inspector
- Excellent reading skills and legible writing skills the ability to make sound decisions and exercise common sense
- 1+ years’ experience in a Quality or Manufacturing role
- Understanding of assembly of at least 1 vehicle model through hands-on assembly experience
- Comfortable with the basics of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Experience or knowledge of automotive inspection is preferred but not required
- Must have a valid driving license and reliable transportation
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Our growing company is hiring for a vehicle inspector. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for vehicle inspector
- Deliver consistently accurate, professional inspection services in challenging environments
- Checks in Dealer Consignment Vehicles using the G1 Handheld device
- Ensures thorough vehicle inspections by completing an accurate assessment of the vehicle in the form of computer generated report
- Ensures vehicle information is correct mileage, colour, transmission
- Stickers and tags vehicles correctly to ensure they are sent to the correct shops
- Completing pre-auction verifications odometer, transmission, air conditioning
- Carry out random valeting checks and inspections checks
- Mentor and supply guidance to all team members
- Discount scheme for major online & high street retailers
- Ensures vehicles meet acceptable standards by understanding, enforcing and facilitating the specific programs, rules and guidelines, as established by corporate customers
Qualifications for vehicle inspector
- Mechanical Knowledge about vehicles would be an asset
- Valid BC driver’s license with experience operating both automatic and standard transmissions
- Must be a reliable team player
- Valid BC driver’s license minimum class 7 but preferably class 5
- Practice and promote company Core Values
- Complete inspection of arriving vehicles for damage and ensure vehicles inspected meet the program
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Vehicle Inspector Job Description
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of vehicle inspector. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for vehicle inspector
- Complete end of term (E.O.T.) returns
- Submit completed condition reports to the facility Inspection Manager or designated
- Account office by download from hand-held device or submission of written report
- Breakdowns and maintenance immediately
- Perform assigned repair and maintenance per department standards and factory specifications
- Inform the Mechanical Services Manager or designee when a job is started, finished, interrupted or delayed
- Test and recheck all repairs and road test all comebacks as assigned by the Manager
- Maintain current inspection standards via staying up to date with EMEIs, RODUM Signals, Defence Instructions and TRAMM
- Compiling of and distribution of TRAMM related technical inspection reports and classification documentation
- Compliance with Company Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Procedures
Qualifications for vehicle inspector
- Must have own transportation as there is no public transportation available to the site
- Comply with the customer’s Quality Systems and TRAMM
- Knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
- Undertake maintenance management, technical investigation, quality audits and technical inspection relevant to the work area
- Ensure that work orders are maintenaed in management systems
- Guide team members in understanding of work, health and safety and security awareness and understanding to ensure compliance to legislative requirements
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a vehicle inspector. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for vehicle inspector
- Carrying out vehicle inspections and record any damage found
- Ensure transporters are unloading and loading safely
- Move vehicles around site and log locations and keys
- Assist with general administration tasks and any other ad hoc duties as required
- Assist with training of all new Vehicle Inspectors
- Act as the first point of contact for staff concerns regarding vehicle inspections
- Have knowledge and understanding of all customer accounts, contracts and requirements
- Arrange workflow so that customer needs are being met efficiently and effectively
- Review all inspections for compliance and accuracy
- Full inspection of vehicles returned to central lot
Qualifications for vehicle inspector
- TRF Level 2 – Possess a recognised trade Certificate of Proficiency Certificate IV or equivalent inspector experience at Certficate III in a trade relevant to the work being managed or supervised
- Specialist A Vehicle and B Vehicle experience
- Experience in the use of maintenance management systems
- Ability to identify, instigate and promote change
- Possess a current Australian open driver’s licence for medium/Heavy Rigid (“MR/HR) classes of vehicles
- Valid Driver's License, clean drivers abstract with ability to drive manual and automatic vehicles
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of vehicle inspector. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for vehicle inspector
- Complete daily inventory or all arriving vehicles
- Report all status detail in a timely manner to leadership and primary stakeholders
- Work with vendors to ensure proper processes are followed
- Establish and maintain working relationships with site personnel
- Issue resolution with any and all parties involved within the process scope
- Follow all posted safety requirements
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and get dirty at times
- Willingness to travel to other regions to support needs, if necessary
- Inspect the mechanical condition of buses, heavy duty trucks, vans, suburbans, station wagons and other commercial vehicles
- Check both controlled and preventative maintenance programs, driver’s hours of labor records and facility of fleet operators
Qualifications for vehicle inspector
- Six months of experience in a position dealing with the public or customer service
- Six months of experience in a lead or supervisory role
- Proficient with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work autonomously at time with limited supervision
- Team player with the ability to work directly with co-workers, managers, customers, and other onsite personnel
- Ability to stand, walk, and sit for prolong periods