Job Description :

Automotive Body Shop Estimator Reports to :

Body Shop Manager Job Classification:

Full Time Work Schedule:

Dealership Hours are 8:00 am-5:00 pm- Monday-Friday. Position is scheduled 40-45 hours per week based on dealership volume and needs.

Scope of departmental work:

Assess damage to customer vehicles to create estimates for insurance companies and consumers. Correspondence with insurance representatives to ensure claim is handled properly.

Compensation:

$60,000 - $80,000 per year

Responsibilities:

• Thoroughly inspect vehicles to determine extent of damage and need for repairs
• Photograph vehicle accurately to support estimate for insurance purposes
• Collaborate with insurance adjuster on correct repair procedures and ensure that vehicle is returned to pre accident condition
• Review supplements from technicians, accurately document need for supplement, and get timely approval from insurance company
• Negotiate on behalf of dealership and the customer with insurance companies for accurate repair times and proper repair procedures
• Coordinating repair process with technicians
• Maintain high level of customer service throughout the repair process
• Update customer on the status of vehicle daily through customer's preferred communication method
• Perform final quality control check on vehicle after repairs are completed
• Follow up with insurance company on all payments for repairs
• Establish and maintain good working relationship with customers and vendors

Requirements:

• 1+ years collision writing experience
• Experience with CCC estimating software (or other estimating software) required
• Have positive, upbeat attitude
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to communicate effectively with customers and insurance adjusters

Benefits :

• Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Account options
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K with employer matching contributions
• AFLAC
• Dealership department discounts

Paid Holidays Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person