Vehicle Auction Check in Specialist I

Cox Automotive Inc.

Matteson, IL0–2 yrs22m agovia LinkedIn

Posted 14 Nov 2026, 02:00 ET

This job at a glance

Who can apply
New grads and up to 2 years · Diploma
Work
On-site in Matteson
Pay
$16.63–$24.9 an hour
Listed
Nov 14, 2026 · still open

Key Responsibilities

  • Input accurate vehicle information into the AS400 system using a handheld device (TC-75), including:
  • VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Stock number
  • Dealer ID
  • Make, model, year, mileage, color, options
  • Affix barcode/stock number stickers to each vehicle upon arrival
  • Apply work order numbers and routing labels to vehicles
  • Identify and flag "no key" vehicles
  • Direct transporters to designated vehicle drop zones
  • Inspect and report transport damage as required
  • Provide proper sale identification windshield codes

Data Protection & Vehicle Preparation

  • Remove and clear all personal information from vehicles, including documents, saved contacts, and identifiable items
  • Reset or remove navigation system data (addresses, history, Bluetooth pairings, etc.)
  • Ensure compliance with company policies regarding customer data privacy and security

Facility & Equipment Support

  • Perform basic fit tunnel maintenance, including:
  • Keeping the area clean and organized
  • Reporting equipment issues or malfunctions
  • Assisting with routine upkeep to ensure operational efficiency

Safety & Team Support

  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by following all safety procedures and guidelines
  • Support Safety Excellence initiatives and work with leadership on safety activities
  • Assist with additional operational duties as assigned, including:
  • Driving vehicles through auction lanes on sale days

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Basic computer skills required
  • Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required
  • AS400 system
  • Handheld device (TC-75)

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Generally, less than 2 years' experience in a related field.
  • Ability to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles (preferred)
  • 1-3 years of auction or vehicle registration experience (preferred)

Physical Requirements

  • Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk, and hear
  • Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat and climb
  • Ability to lift 1-15 pounds
  • Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Compensation

  • Hourly pay rate: $16.63 - $24.90/hour
  • Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Schedule

  • SUNDAY-WEDNESDAY 12:00 PM-10:00 PM

Benefits

  • A minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month
  • Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year
  • 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.

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