Lot Operations Specialist II

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family: Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile: Lot Operations Specialist II Level: Individual Contributor Work Option: Flexible, No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location Travel: % Shift: Day 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 Lot Ops Specialist II coordinates the physical movement of vehicles through the sales lane to the block and parking following auction. Responsibilities Make and supervise the assignments of drivers, jump start/battery operators, and push truck operators to promote a smooth flow of traffic through the auctioning process. Conduct inspection of support equipment for proper working order. Conduct pre‑sale meeting with drivers identifying driver return routes, overflow areas, plan changes, etc. Conduct presale walk to ensure vehicles are in assigned lane as scheduled. Identify and address missing vehicles, overflow areas, inoperable vehicles, and other issues. Maintain the run list indicating vehicles with no keys, late vehicle entries, and/or late number changes. Respond to customer and dealer inquiries and concerns. Coordinate and direct vehicle movement to maintain continuous flow of traffic to the block. Oversee parking of sold vehicles and re‑parking of non‑sold vehicles. Report theft, lot damage, or any safety concerns to management. Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field. Alternative: Any level degree or certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline. Alternative: 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 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. Physical Requirements Required to stand, walk, reach, talk, hear, and have vision, including 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 Eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. 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. Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision). Retirement planning (401(k)). Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). Equal Employment Opportunity 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC