Pre-Owned Vehicle Inspection and Reconditioning Technician
Required skills
- automotive service technician
- B/C technician
- inspector
- mechanical aptitude
- diagnostic skills
- accuracy
- accountability
- clean driver's license
- background screening
Nice to have
- dealership management systems
Role summary
Ingersoll Automotive is hiring a Pre-Owned Vehicle Inspector / Reconditioning Technician in Danbury, CT. This role is crucial for inventory readiness, involving comprehensive used vehicle inspections (UVIs) to evaluate mechanical and safety conditions against dealership standards. Responsibilities include detailed inspections of various vehicle components, accurate documentation in Tekion with photo evidence, and collaboration with shop management and parts departments to ensure efficient reconditioning and quality assurance before vehicles are released for sale. The ideal candidate has proven experience as an automotive technician or inspector with strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
Description
Ingersoll Automotive is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Pre-Owned Vehicle Inspector / Reconditioning Technician to join our growing service and pre-owned operations. In this role, you will play a critical part in our inventory readiness by performing comprehensive used vehicle inspections (UVIs), evaluating mechanical and safety conditions, and ensuring our pre-owned vehicles meet our rigorous dealership standards before being prepared for the sales line.
Location
Ingersoll Automotive (Danbury / Watertown / Pawling)
Key Responsibilities
- Vehicle Inspection: Conduct thorough vehicle inspections—including CT K-208 road safety checks and detailed 160/162-point pre-owned inspections—on trade-ins, auction purchases, and incoming inventory.
- Mechanical & Safety Evaluation: Inspect engines, underbody components, brakes, suspension, steering, tires, electrical systems, and drivability.
- Documentation & Tekion Compliance: Accurately document all inspection findings, measurements, and parts requirements in Tekion, accompanied by clear photo documentation.
- Workflow Collaboration: Work closely with the Shop Foreman, Service Manager, and Parts Department to streamline reconditioning, verify parts availability, and eliminate bottlenecks in the shop.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure every vehicle meets our dealership standards for safety, reliability, and presentation prior to frontline release.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Proven experience as an automotive service technician, B/C technician, or dedicated inspector.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic skills.
- High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and accountability.
- Familiarity with dealership management systems is a plus.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation structure with opportunities for additional hours and performance-based earnings.
- Ongoing technical training and mentorship.
- A professional, team-oriented work environment grounded in our core values and commitment to excellence.
Requirements
Clean driver's license and background screening
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