Lot Operations Specialist I

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Dallas, TX, USA

USD 13.7-20.53 / hour

Posted on Jun 24, 2026
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Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Lot Operations Specialist I

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Evening

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $13.70 - $20.53/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

Will be working with customers to help locate their keys and cars. Will need to know AS400 and how to work a TC. Will also need to know how to work a radio and the company phone for key request. Multitasking will be a normal daily requirement.

  • Perform basic data entry into the AS 400 computer system as needed.

  • Maintain constant communication with commercial accounts department, customer support team, quadrant and account coordinators, supervisors, and other auction personnel to ensure effective coordination of lot operations activities.

  • Answer phones, provide support to lot operations employees, and provide excellent customer support.

  • Respond to customer requests for assistance and ensure timely resolution.

  • Support manager in the coordination of departmental scheduling, working with temporary agencies, serving as point of contact and recording employee absences, etc.

  • Process all lot operations department paperwork. Forward all invoices and items to be posted to the appropriate areas in a timely manner.

  • Assist in the coordination of sale day line-up and execution of sale day activities (i.e., drive, assist customers in locating vehicles, etc.).

  • Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Minimum

  • High School Diploma/GED

  • Generally, less than 2 years’ experience in a related field

  • Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.

  • Ability to drive standard and automatic transmission vehicles.

  • 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.

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.



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