Collision Estimator - Group 1 Restoration Center

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Group 1 Automotive is growing across the Houston market, and we're looking for qualified Collision Estimators to join our team and help drive that momentum forward! This is a great opportunity for an experienced estimator to bring their skills to a high-volume, well-established collision operation with strong earning potential and room to grow.

Responsibilities

• Greets customers upon arrival as well as communicate with them on the telephone providing information, scheduling appointments and collecting customer vehicle information.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with customers, insurance companies and co-workers.
• Listens to customer requests and completes a proper, clear explanation on the work order.
• Thoroughly checks the customers' vehicles to determine all damage to the vehicle include: structural, exterior and interior damage, overall body and mechanical issues.
• Calculates the estimated cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each affected item on the vehicle as well as the estimate for the salvage value of the total vehicle.
• Review with the customer the cost effectiveness of repair versus replacement of parts.
• Determine costs associated with repainting or other applicable customizing that may be required.
• Proper completion of insurance claim forms to indicate repair or replacement cost estimates and specific recommendations.
• Other duties may be assigned by management
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company's Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and vendors

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Collision Estimator experience required
• OE, I-CAR, or other collision estimating certifications a plus
• Proven ability to write direct repair accounts for insurance companies, with experience managing multiple accounts
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
• Proficient at operating a personal computer including Microsoft Office: E-mail, Excel and Word
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver license in the state that you will work and a good driving record
• Great attitude with high-energy personality
• Excellent customer service skills
• Professional appearance and work ethic
• Ability to work well in a process driven environment
• Outstanding communication skills in both verbal and written

Benefits :

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Life & Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities