Crew Leader

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile Lot Operations Specialist II Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location Travel % No Work Shift Variable Compensation Hourly base pay rate is $15.10 - $22.69/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program. Job Description Shift - 7am - 430pm Tues - Saturday (van driver) CREW LEADER Pit boss. Coach. Crew Leader. The titles may be different, but they’re all synonymous with someone who leads a team of high-performance drivers in the auto industry, whether it’s Daytona, Indianapolis, or the world’s largest, most comprehensive wholesale vehicle marketplace – Manheim. Manheim, part of the Cox Automotive family of businesses, is looking for a Crew Leader to coach our teams with winning strategies to move vehicles safely around our multi-acre lots like champions. What You’ll Do Manheim’s massive auction lot is your playing field. Your driving teams – rookies and pros alike – will look to you for the second-to-second strategic decisions that will catapult us into the lead by safely moving thousands of vehicles for our auctions. But that’s only a part of how you’ll drive our success. You’ll also: ● Train new drivers and help them find their place on your tight-knit team. ● Coach and monitor all drivers on safety procedures. ● Make sure each auction is adequately staffed and assist in communicating schedules and assignments. ● Keep an auction day playbook with each Manheim vehicle stock number and lot location, ensuring each vehicle is where it should be when it needs to be. ● Collaborate with your lot manager and quadrant coordinator to move vehicles and people to ensure each auction operates like a well-oiled high-performance engine, purring smoothly, safely, and without incident. ● Transport drivers, customers, and employees to locations as needed and on schedule. ● Perform daily van maintenance, including cleaning, and routine oil changes and upkeep, on vans. What’s In It For You? We’re asking you to be your best, so we want to offer you our best. ● Career fulfillment, ample compensation, benefits, and the ability to successfully balance work with your family life is vital to living your best life. ● Also, key is working as part of a culture and team that respects you, values your leadership, experience and contributions. We believe recognition is important, and Cox works to celebrate those who help make us successful every day. ● For full-time roles, you’ll enjoy a market-competitive salary package including 401(k) + generous company match, comprehensive healthcare, life, and disability insurance benefits, paid time off including time off to volunteer, and employee discounts, even on cars! ● Your road is wide open with opportunities. Change lanes to another Cox company. Get promoted. The sky’s the limit. Cox believes in developing leaders from within our companies, and we’ll support you on your journey of unlimited possibilities with free online classes, training, and mentoring programs to help you put your career into overdrive. Who You Are You know the model and year of cars like the back of your hand. You’ve got a passion for cars and trucks and being around them and people who love them gets your adrenaline pumping. You’re a people person, and those people listen to and instinctively trust you. You’re a natural leader with a knack for coaching others. Enthusiastic? You bet! Not to mention supportive, knowledgeable, and goal oriented. To top it off, you’re a clear communicator. You’re looking for more than just a job; you want a career. A place where you can grow your skills and your income. A place with opportunities. That place is Manheim, a part of Cox Automotive. Qualifications Minimum High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field. OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline. OR 5 years’ experience in a related field “Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.” Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission. Basic mechanical knowledge of identifying (i.e., flat tires, low gas, jump-starting vehicles.) Preferred 6 months of auction or driving experience preferred. Knowledge of lot operations/lot layout preferred. Knowledge of LDM preferred. Physical Requirements Required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear, vision abilities required to include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. Ability to lift 1-15 pounds. Must be able to walk long distances. Work Environment Constant exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level (100% Outdoors) Drug Testing To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited. Benefits Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. About Us Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. EOE, including disability/vets Applicants must currently be 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 future. Cox brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.