Chaz Limited Collision Express, an Alaskan family-owned business since 1978, is seeking qualified Auto Estimator to join our team in Alaska!

Are you looking for a flexible and rewarding employment opportunity? Look no further! We understand that everyone has unique circumstances and availability, which is why we have designed our employment options to cater to different needs. Whether you are seeking short-term experience, a longer commitment, or a year-round opportunity, we offer a position that fits your requirements!

Why Alaska?

Alaska is known for its world-class hunting, fishing, sightseeing, dogsledding, heli-skiing, endless miles of national parks, rivers and coastline for aquatic adventuring and snowmobiling, its mesmerizing Northern Light sightings, and so much more. If you are open to new things, have a passion for fixing cars, and enjoy the outdoors… we encourage you to apply!

What’s in it for you?

Full-time employees qualify for a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K), paid time off, paid holidays, extensive paid training, and more!

Seasonal/temporary employees may qualify for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000. Some relocation assistance may be available for those qualified technicians that choose to relocate to Alaska.

Responsibilities:

• Promptly greet customers and accurately determine their needs while ensuring a high-level of customer service
• Inspect, analyze, and evaluate damaged vehicles, preparing accurate and detailed estimates for auto body repairs, including labor, parts, and materials
• Communicate effectively with customers about the repair process such as claims processing, payment procedures, repair methods and needs, and expected timeline of repair process
• Capture the sale of repair
• Responsible for ensuring CSI rating of 90% or greater is consistently maintained
• Harbor positive relationships with insurance agents, dealerships, fleet accounts and other customers
• Collaborate and negotiate with insurance adjusters to provide necessary documentation for claims processing
• Inspect all vehicles prior to delivery to the customer, explaining our quality control process and warranty information upon delivery

Qualifications:

• AK Driver License with minimal moving violations
• 2 years of Customer Service / Sales experience
• Familiarity of Microsoft Office software (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• 2 years prior experience as a collision estimator or insurance adjuster highly preferred
• Parts Ordering (CCC, OPS, Parts Trader) preferred
• CCCone/Mitchell Estimating experience preferred

Benefits:

Our full-time employees are entitled to a full benefit package to include:

• Medical
• Dental (employer paid)
• Vision
• Short Term Disability (employer paid)
• Life (employer paid)
• AD&D (employer paid)
• 401K
• Paid Training
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off accrual
• Supplemental Insurance options including Accident, Cancer, Disability, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance options, and more

To apply, please respond to this job ad with your resume, or stop in to any of our locations to fill out a job application. We look forward to meeting you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Alaska: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $75,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• If offered a position, what dates would you be available to travel to Alaska?

Experience:

• Auto Estimating: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person