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
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