What are the responsibilities and job description for the Body Shop Estimator position at Graham Collision?
Graham Collision Center of Fort Dodge is seeking a detail-oriented collision estimator to assess vehicle damage and estimate repair costs.
The collision estimator’s responsibilities include inspecting damaged vehicles, writing up comprehensive damage reports, and liaising with insurance companies to ensure adequate coverage for repairs.
The ideal candidate should have a keen eye for detail, knowledge of auto repair processes, and excellent customer service skills.
Responsibilities
- Inspecting damaged vehicles to determine necessary repair strategies and procedures
- Estimating costs for labor and materials using specialized software and manual calculation techniques
- Documenting all inspection findings, including details on damage and necessary repairs
- Discussing repair options and costs with clients, and advising them on the best solutions
- Communicating with insurance companies to manage claims and ensure that repairs are covered
- Negotiating repair costs with auto repair and body shops
- Writing comprehensive reports to document all estimation activities
- Keeping up-to-date with the latest developments in vehicle design, construction and repair techniques
- Ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations
Qualifications
- 2 years of proven experience as a collision estimator
- Knowledge of auto repair processes and insurance procedures
- Proficiency in relevant estimating and office software
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Attention to detail
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Dodge, IA 50501 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Dodge, IA 50501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
