Auto Body Collision Estimator

2705 S Clark St, Missoula MT

Description

Collision Estimator Wanted Full-time Monday - Friday 8:00 am -5:00 pm Action Auto Body is looking for someone with a great attitude, stellar customer service skills, and a good work ethic. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The collision estimator performs damage analysis and uses computerized estimating system(s) to develop repair plans and the cost of repairs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES The essential duties of this position are:  Accurately identify the vehicle including vehicle identification number (VIN), year, make, model, and options  Identify all primary and secondary damage to the vehicle  Identifies parts to be repositioned, removed and reinstalled, removed and replaced, or and repaired  Uses computerized estimating system to develop repair plan and cost of repairs  Selects part type that is appropriate for the vehicle, customer, and the shop  Ensures compliance with internal and insurance company estimating rules  Completes and submits cost of repairs and supplements to insurance companies  Schedules vehicle repairs to ensure balanced workload in the shop  Uses phone to follow-up with all potential customers to schedule repairs KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The following knowledge and skills are required for this position:  Knowledgeable of vehicle construction methods and required repair procedures  Skilled in closing sales  Skilled in communicating with customers, vendors, suppliers, and insurers  Skilled in using computerized estimating systems  Skilled in basic computer data-entry TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS The following are suggested education and training requirements for this position:  Valid drivers license  Certificate or degree in automotive collision repair  I-CAR Professional Development Program Level 1 or higher  ASE certification B6 – Damage Analysis & Estimating WORK EXPERIENCE Three to five years prior work experience preferred