Auto Body Appraiser & Damage Estimator

Sonic Automotive, Inc.; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• Appraises vehicle damage to determine cost of repair for insurance claim settlement.
• Must pass pre-employment testing including background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, and have a valid driver license.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• If there is a disagreement on repair cost, arranges to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve the situation.
• 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.
• Must follow all safety policies and report accidents to a manager or supervisor.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA
• All applicants must perform duties and responsibilities in a safe manner
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, and valid driver license

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