Auto Body Estimator: Master Claims & Repairs

Darcars; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid ManufacturerTraining

Paid ICAR Training

Comprehensive Benefits Plan including

Employee discounts on vehicle Purch.

PTO and Paid Holidays

Community service initiatives

Internal career advancement

Job summary

DARCARS Collision of Fairfax is hiring an Auto Body Shop Estimator to inspect and appraise customers' vehicles, determine repair costs, and bill losses to insurance or customers. You will work directly with customers and insurers to ensure a seamless repair process while delivering excellent service.

We offer paid manufacturer and ICAR training, a comprehensive benefits plan including 401k, employee discounts, PTO and holidays, plus opportunities for community involvement and internal career

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automotive estimator experience.
• Knowledge of major insurance program protocols and able to upload estimates/images.
• Prior estimator experience preferred.
• I-CAR or industry training history.
• Automotive certifications are a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Examine damage to vehicles to locate structural, body, mechanical or interior damages.
• Estimate repair costs including supplies, parts and labor.
• Calculate customer payments including deductibles for repaired items.
• Manage claim process by obtaining estimates from insurers and reviewing with adjuster.
• Explain estimate and expected return of vehicle to the customer.
• Reconcile and prepare final invoices matching approved estimates.

Skills

Customer service

Insurance claim processing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

I-CAR training

Automotive certifications

Job description

DARCARS Collision of Fairfax is hiring an Auto Body Shop Estimator to inspect and appraise customers' vehicles, determine repair costs, and bill losses to insurance or customers. You will work directly with customers and insurers to ensure a seamless repair process while delivering excellent service.

We offer paid manufacturer and ICAR training, a comprehensive benefits plan including 401k, employee discounts, PTO and holidays, plus opportunities for community involvement and internal career