The posting
Company
Cox Automotive - USA
Job Family Group
Vehicle Operations
Job Profile
Driver I - Non-DOT
Management Level
Individual Contributor
Flexible Work Option
No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location
Travel %
No
Work Shift
Day
Compensation
Hourly pay rate is $17.79. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Driver I is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles throughout the auction facility. This role supports daily operations by transporting, staging, parking, and delivering vehicles to designated locations while maintaining inventory accuracy, safety standards, and customer service expectations. Drivers play a critical role in ensuring vehicles are sale-ready and available when needed.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Please note that scheduled days and hours may change in mid to late August based on business needs.
Flexibility to accommodate changes in days and hours is required.
Pay Rate: $17.79
Key Responsibilities
Vehicle Movement & Handling
- Safely operate a wide variety of vehicles, including cars, trucks, SUVs, and specialty vehicles.
- Move vehicles between auction lanes, storage lots, inspection areas, reconditioning services, customer pick-up locations, and designated parking areas.
- Stage vehicles for sale events, inspections, photography, transportation, and customer delivery.
- Ensure vehicles are parked in assigned locations and accurately recorded in company systems.
- Conduct visual inspections for vehicle damages and report discrepancies immediately.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all company safety policies, driving procedures, and operating guidelines.
- Adhere to posted speed limits and traffic patterns throughout the auction facility.
- Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Immediately report accidents, damage, safety hazards, or operational concerns.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Inventory Accuracy
- Verify vehicle identification numbers (VINs), stock numbers, and vehicle locations.
- Utilize handheld devices and inventory management systems to update vehicle status and locations.
- Assist in locating missing or misplaced vehicles.
- Support inventory audits and vehicle search as needed.
Customer Service
- Provide professional and courteous service to internal and external customers.
- Assist customers and team members in locating vehicles when requested.
- Work closely with Customer Service, Transportation, Commercial, Operations, and Sales teams to ensure vehicles are processed efficiently.
- Respond promptly to operational requests and changing priorities.
Operational Support
- Assist with lot organization and maintenance activities.
- Support sale-day activities, vehicle staging, and other operational projects.
- Participate in team meetings and operational training.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to operate automatic and manual transmission vehicles (preferred).
- Ability to safely drive a wide variety of vehicle makes and models.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Preferred
- Previous driving, transportation, logistics, lot operations, warehouse, or automotive experience.
- Experience operating handheld devices or inventory management systems.
- Prior experience in an automotive auction, dealership, rental, fleet, or transportation environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Safe vehicle operation and defensive driving practices.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Dependability and punctuality.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong customer service focus.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent walking across large outdoor lots.
- Continuous entering and exiting vehicles throughout the workday.
- Ability to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and sun exposure.
- Ability to sit and operate vehicles for extended periods.
Success Measures
- Safe driving performance.
- Vehicle inventory accuracy.
- Productivity and vehicle throughput.
- Attendance and reliability.
- Customer service satisfaction.
- Compliance with safety and operational procedures.
Work Environment:
- Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level.
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.
