Auto Body Damage Estimator & Insurance Claims Writer

Sonic Automotive

Fairfax (VA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

BMW of Fairfax, part of Sonic Automotive, is seeking a skilled Damage Appraiser to assess vehicle damage and determine repair costs for insurance claims. You will examine vehicles, estimate labor and parts, and prepare repair cost recommendations.

Join a team that values safety, efficiency, and professional growth. We offer comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and benefits as part of a leading automotive network.

Qualifications

  • 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

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.
  • In the event of a disagreement with manager or foreman on repair cost, arrange 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.

Job description

BMW of Fairfax, part of Sonic Automotive, is seeking a skilled Damage Appraiser to assess vehicle damage and determine repair costs for insurance claims. You will examine vehicles, estimate labor and parts, and prepare repair cost recommendations.

Join a team that values safety, efficiency, and professional growth. We offer comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and benefits as part of a leading automotive network.

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