Automotive Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Driven Auto Body has become one of the fastest growing Auto Body repair shops in Siouxland, and we are looking for highly motivated individuals that want to grow with us! The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced and professional workplace. We are currently hiring an Estimator to help support our booming body shop business and to provide our customers with exceptional experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Greet customers promptly and in a timely manner to accurately determine customer’s needs while ensuring a high degree of customer service.
• Inspects, analyzes, and evaluates damaged vehicles to create a comprehensive and accurate estimate of repair.
• Accurately produce cost estimates projecting time, labor, and parts repair or replacement
• Effectively communicate with insurance companies and suppliers to establish an effective and quality repair plan
• Order, track, and monitor parts status on all repair plans
• Keeps insurance adjusters, production staff and customers informed regarding the status of the vehicle repair.
• Coordinate scheduling of repairs and timely completion of each job, while providing excellent customer service throughout the process
• Informs customers about our repair process, including insurance claims processing, payment procedures, repair techniques, repair needs and expected delivery date of repair
• Effectively manage multiple vehicle repairs simultaneously
• Responsible for keeping all assigned Repair Order (RO) current and accurate throughout the repair process
• Perform quality checks and final paperwork on each repair assignment
• Contribute, perform, and excel in a team driven environment
• Perform other duties as assigned, but not limited to detailing cars, test driving vehicles, cleaning the shop, etc.

Qualifications:

• Prior estimating experience at a collision repair facility preferred but not required
• Demonstrated computer/software proficiency
• Bilingual (Spanish, English) is preferred but not required
• Must be dependable!
• A positive attitude, good work ethic, and professional appearance
• Able to multi-task and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• Possess strong time management skills
• Have a strong desire to provide outstanding customer service
• Have a positive attitude with the desire to grow personally and professionally
• Team oriented
• Dependable and adaptable – enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Excellent communication skills, high level of initiative, and ability to work as part of a team
• Able to relate well to diverse audiences
• Applicants must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Good time management skills
• Honest and great work ethic

What We Offer:

• Voted #1 Auto Body Repair Shop in Siouxland by the Weekender Magazine Siouxland Choice Awards in 2022 and 2024
• A supportive management team
• Competitive pay
• Top pay based upon experience
• All training expenses paid to advance your career
• Paid time off
• New shop equipment
• Our employees are our #1 priority
• Career growth & advancement
• Team environment
• 5-day work week, No Weekends!