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Body Shop Estimator / Assistant Manager
Full-time - Entry Level Duluth MN
The Body Shop Estimator/Assistant Manager at Mickey's Auto Body is responsible for managing the customer experience from the moment vehicle owners arrive at the shop to the completion of the repair process. This role requires a professional who enjoys helping others and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The Estimator will conduct quality control inspections, prepare repair cost estimates, and communicate effectively with customers, insurance companies, and team members.
Responsibilities
- Conduct quality control inspections of vehicles.
- Review repair cost estimates with the body shop manager or foreman.
- Determine the feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts such as bumpers, fenders, and doors.
- Evaluate the practicality of repair in relation to the vehicle's market value before the accident.
- Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
- Estimate costs for repainting, customizing, or converting undamaged vehicles.
- Present information and respond to questions from groups, managers, clients, and customers.
- Order parts, inspect and cooridinate shop production
Requirements
- Minimum of 1-2 years previous estimator experience required.
- Confidence to handle high volume estimator needs under limited availability.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and operating procedures.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Excellent communication skills and a high level of initiative.
- Basic MS Office knowledge, estimating software, and general math skills
- Experience in the estimating/body shop/automotive field is preferred.
- Valid driver's license required.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with insurance companies is a big plus.
Benefits
- Life Insurance ($10,000 paid by company)
- Short-term Disability
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Vacation
- Paid Bi-Weekly
- Wage is based on experience
Join our team as an Estimator where your expertise will contribute significantly to the success of our projects!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Yearly bonus
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000