Not all technicians are equal. Our customers expect each inspection to be conducted by an expert inspector who can provide them with the most thorough report possible. To this end, POMCAR only selects those technicians who have demonstrated experience on specific makes and models. […]
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Frequently asked questions
What are the required qualifications?
The majority of techs must hold a current ASE certification and possess years of experience working on specific makes and models. While you don’t have to be a working mechanic to become a member, many of our seasoned technicians are ASE master-technicians and have specialized training. Required equipment to perform an inspection includes a voltmeter, […]
What equipment will I need?
Equipment needed to be a POMCAR Technician includes a personal computer or laptop with internet access, personal phone to contact vehicle seller and/or be reached by POMCAR, a means of transportation to and from the vehicle location, a camera or camera phone with at least 8 mega-pixels or greater to take photos, a tire tread […]
What commitments must I make to POMCAR?
Professionalism and response time! Having been selected from among many qualified techs, we know you will serve as great ambassadors for POMCAR in both your engagement with sellers and in the rigor by which you perform our standard 270-point inspection. That’s why you were chosen. Our customers expect a timely report delivered to them as […]
Show me the money. How much will I get paid?
Payouts per inspection start at $70 and range higher depending on the vehicle type and location. When you receive an inspection alert via email or SMS/text message, the Payout Amount will be presented. This amount will be paid to you once you submit your findings online. Payment issued to your specific bank account (1-2 days) […]
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I received an inspection request, what now?
The POMCAR Inspection Alert email contains the vehicle info and seller address and phone no. Within 24 hours, you must contact the seller to schedule a date/time to perform the inspection. Once you arrange a time to inspect, enter in your Account by going to: ■ MY ACCOUNT in the upper right corner ■ Inspections […]
Do I need to take any mandatory photos?
Yes. We require all technicians to take a legible photograph of the VIN, standard exterior and interior photos, and any specific deficiencies noted in the POMCAR report. […]
Can I be removed from the network?
Yes. Current network technicians are evaluated based on responsiveness and the quality of the inspection performed. Those that do not acknowledge 3 or more work requests, fail to perform an adequate inspection, or fail to perform an inspection after setting a time to do so with the seller/broker are subject to removal. […]
Can I use my own forms?
No. A standard POMCAR checklist must be followed. You have the option to submit findings and upload photos from your smartphone during the inspection or to do so after the inspection from your desktop or laptop. […]
Am I liable for any deficiencies that I fail to recognize?
No. As we are not able to perform a complete mechanical inspection of each vehicle, we release from liability POMCAR and all affiliated technicians from any claims against either party with regard to misrepresentation of a vehicle. POMCAR does reserve the right to terminate any technician who fails to perform an adequate inspection as a […]
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