What are the responsibilities and job description for the Body Shop Estimator position at DARCARS Automotive Group?
DARCARS Automotive Group is now hiring for an Experienced Body Shop Estimator!
In This Role, You Will
We are an equal opportunity employer & drug-free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing background screening (incl. criminal background check, review of consumer & motor vehicle records, verification of SSN). Employment is on an at-will basis & subject to termination if dealership rules & regulations are violated.
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- Potential earning based on experience**
In This Role, You Will
- Examine damage to customer vehicles to locate structural, body, mechanical or interior damages
- Estimate repair costs including supplies, parts, and labor
- Calculate customer payments including deductibles for repaired items
- Manage claim process for customers by obtaining estimates from insurance companies and reviewing with insurance adjuster
- Maintain customer report by explaining estimate and expected return of vehicle
- Maintain high-quality repairs and minimize comebacks
- Conduct spot checks of each completed job for thoroughness and quality
- Reconcile and prepare final invoices matching approved estimates
- 3 years of previous automotive estimator experience
- Knowledge of major insurance program protocols and have the ability to upload estimates/images that meet those standards accordingly
- Prior experience as an estimator highly preferred
- I-Car or other industry training history
- Automotive certifications a plus
- High school degree or equivalent
- Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age
- Must have a valid Driver’s License
- Must be able to pass pre-employment screen (background)
- Paid Manufacturer Training
- Paid ICAR Training
- Health Care: medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
- Short-term and long-term disability plans
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- PTO and Paid Holidays
- Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts and service repairs
- Opportunities to join our community service initiatives
- Internal career advancement opportunities
We are an equal opportunity employer & drug-free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing background screening (incl. criminal background check, review of consumer & motor vehicle records, verification of SSN). Employment is on an at-will basis & subject to termination if dealership rules & regulations are violated.
#indeedservice