Body Shop Estimator

Job Title: Body Shop Estimator

The Gay Family started selling and servicing cars in 1948. Gay Buick, GMC and Gay Family KIA has indeed grown! Eighty percent of our business is repeat and referred customers. We know that the dedication and longevity of our employees is the major factor in the 67 years of our success we’ve had in the automobile business. The Gay Family continues that tradition today.

Body Shop Estimators are responsible for estimating the cost of repairing damaged vehicles. They must be knowledgeable about a wide range of repair techniques and materials, as well as the costs associated with each. They may also be responsible for tracking the progress of repairs on individual vehicles. This might include communicating with customers to keep them updated on the status of their vehicle or ensuring that all necessary parts have been ordered in a timely manner.

Pay: $50,000-$100,000 per year

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Working Hours
• Health Insurance
• PTO & Sick Leave
• 401(K)

Responsibilities

• Greet customers promptly
• Obtain customer and vehicle information
• Clearly report all vehicle symptoms as described by the customer
• Determine and recommend needed maintenance based on age, mileage and history of vehicle
• Prepare a complete and accurate estimate of cost for labor and parts
• Establish follow up time
• Verify that the final invoice reconciles with the work performed on the repair order
• Explain all completed work and charges to customers

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Previous experience in writing profitable estimates
• Above average energy level
• Personal and professional integrity
• Computer experience and willingness to learn new programs
• Clean driving record & valid driver’s license

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.