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Vehicle Inspectors - Pre Purchase / Warranty / Mechanical

YourMechanic

YourMechanic

Davenport, IA, USA
USD 70-100 / hour
Posted on Dec 5, 2025
Description

WHO WE ARE

Lemon Squad, a Wrench Inc. company, is the premier US based automotive inspection company with the largest network of inspectors covering the entire USA, including Hawaii and Alaska. We offer pre-purchase used car inspections for all types of vehicles from cars, trucks, and motorcycles to RVs. We understand the auto warranty business and work with consumers and corporate clients by providing exceptional expertise and personal service. Lemon Squad offers pre-purchase inspections on all makes and models of pickup trucks, SUVs and sedans, foreign and domestic, and boasts the best customer service in the game.

POSITION SUMMARY

We have immediate openings for Mobile Pre-Purchase Independent Contractor Inspectors (1099) in most US cities. As a Automotive Inspector you will be responsible for performing technical mechanical inspections of automotive vehicles, assessing their overall safety and physical condition.

This is a CONTRACT/1099 position. You would be an independent contractor and paid a flat rate by our company for your services. Jobs typically pay between $70.00 - $100.00 per inspection with most inspections taking less than an hour (time and pay increases for exotics, classics, RV's, Boats, etc. inspections).

AS AN CONTRACTOR (1099)

  • Set your own schedule
  • Negotiate your rate(s)
  • Accept the jobs you want
  • Set your work area
Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • A minimum of 2 years of automotive experience
  • You must be detailed-oriented
  • You must be dependable with reliable transportation
  • You need to be able to use a cell-phone and computer
  • Provide good customer service and communication skills
  • Have the ability to work independently

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Walk, bend, stoop, or stand to complete the required tasks
  • Ability to drive to the vehicle location, using your own vehicle
  • Be available during daylight hours
  • Ability to complete assignments within a 48-hour window during daylight hours
  • Supply your own equipment and tools to complete the job
  • The following tools are required prior to your first assignment:
  • Tire tread gauge
  • Code reader or OBD II Scanner
  • A valid state driver's license for the state you are working in along with current vehicle insurance and registration - commercial automotive insurance required
  • Cell-phone or camera that takes photos
  • A magnet or Paint thickness gauge
  • Access to a computer with printer