Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
CR Writer (Vehicle Condition Report Writer)
Career Insights for Technical Writer
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Kentucky data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Technical Writer writes product instructions, user manuals or other material that helps to explain complex information or procedures. Writes help information available to customers online, or clear explanations of company policies. Supports internal communication among different technical, engineering and scientific specialists working on a project or product. Creates product documentation, and provides input for improving product design.
$68,827 / year median in Kentucky
-11% projected decline
Job Description
- Identify damage, missing parts, and mechanical problems by inspecting all customer vehicles at time of receipt (i.e. interior, exterior, odometer reading, trunk area, engine compartment, noting any damage or repair to frame, paint or other, engine noise, AC/heater operation, radio, tire condition, etc.)
- Document vehicle condition by completing appropriate Vehicle Condition Report (VCR), taking digital pictures and computer data entry in a timely manner.
- Estimate repair costs according to appropriate guidelines.
- Prepare selected vehicles for Internet viewing by taking digital pictures during the inspection process and writing Internet Condition reports.
- Maintain knowledge of current rates, labor and parts charges, and changes concerning vehicle requirements.- Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor, including but not limited to locating and moving vehicles, starting and/or jump-starting vehicles, etc.
- May be required to work overtime (more than 40 hours per week) as business needs dictate.
- Other assignments or tasks as assigned. We believe in a team environment and "pitch in" performing any necessary tasks to make the company a success. Competencies/Skills
- Valid Driver's License and safe driving record required
- Basic computer software skills required
- Good written and verbal communication skills Physical Demands
- Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear
- Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch and climb
- Medium strength
- Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.