Experienced Collision Estimator

Are you interested in joining a fast paced, growing dealership that is committed to their employees and strives to make every customer a customer for life? Are you looking for a job that combines competitive pay with an inspiring company culture? If so, this opportunity might be for you!

THE COMPANY:

Our Mission: We are dedicated to the highest quality of new and used car sales and service delivered with integrity, respect, and honesty.

Our company’s purpose is to create a lifelong partnership where our customer becomes part of the dealership family. We aspire to build a team that is motivated, driven, and passionate about our products, services, and community.

Our Core Values: Leadership, Integrity, Quality, Passion, Professionalism, Teamwork and Humility

THE POSITION:

Experienced Collison Estimator

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Examines damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage.
• Estimates cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
• Reviews repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman.
• Determines feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors.
• Evaluates practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident.
• Determines salvage value on total vehicle loss.
• Prepares insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
• Estimates cost of repainting, converting to special purposes, or customizing undamaged vehicles.
• Other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must have experience with insurance direct repair programs.

· Must have strong customer skills and strong work ethic.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

· Minimum of 2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

· State of Michigan Structural Analysis and Damage Repair Certification for Collision Repair preferred but not required.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Family-oriented work environment with an open-door policy.
• Growth opportunities.
• ESTA, PTO and Holiday pay based on our PTO policy.
• Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, company-paid life insurance, 401k.
• Competitive salary based on experience.

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Auto estimating: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person