Collision Technician, Tactical Response Team

Estimator for Collision Tactical Response Team

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to work on one of the most progressive vehicles in the world on the Collision Tactical Response Team. The Collision Tactical Response Team quickly deploys to support factory initiatives to minimize impact on the field, support high backlog locations, and new location openings. This position is home based through a local Tesla collision center; however, it requires regular travel in support of other collision centers and factory operations.

Responsibilities

• Create repair estimates for collision damaged Tesla vehicles that arrive for repair
• Build Repair Plans in accordance with Tesla specific repair procedures
• Bill work in accordance with industry accepted Insurance standards
• Manage Time to meet daily requirement of fully Blueprinted vehicles Update Customer on vehicle progress Close billing and delivery of vehicle
• Order all replacement parts from Tesla Warehouse. Monitor parts delivery
• Maintain clean, orderly, and organized work area. Comply with safety rules, guidelines, and standards
• Document all damages requiring repair or parts replacement with photos

Requirements

• Vocational Certificate in collision repair preferred
• 5+ years of experience as a collision estimator, Tesla experience preferred
• 75% of the year travel minimum, 3 consecutive week capability
• Proficient with Computers, as well as CCC, Audatex, or Mitchell Estimating Software
• Customer Service skills and automotive knowledge/background
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to work independently in limited supervision environments

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation $34.56 - $61.56/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.