Auto Body Estimator | Paid Training & Career Growth

DARCARS Automotive Group; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Manufacturer Training

ICAR Training

Employee discounts

PTO & Holidays

Community service initiatives

Career advancement

Job summary

DARCARS Collision of Fairfax is seeking an Auto Body Shop Estimator to inspect and appraise vehicles for repair cost determinations billed to insurance or customers. You will work directly with customers and insurance companies to ensure a seamless repair process and excellent service.

Responsibilities include examining damage, estimating repair costs, calculating customer payments, managing insurance claims, and reconciling final invoices while upholding high quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automotive estimator experience.
• Knowledge of major insurance program protocols and ability to upload estimates/images that meet standards.
• Prior experience as an estimator highly preferred.
• I-Car or other industry training history.
• Automotive certifications a plus.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Examine damage to customer 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 for customers by obtaining estimates from insurance companies and reviewing with insurance adjuster.
• Maintain customer report by explaining estimate and expected return of vehicle.
• Maintain high-quality repairs and minimize comebacks.
• Conduct spot checks of each completed job for thoroughness and quality.
• Reconcile and prepare final invoices matching approved estimates.

Skills

Automotive estimator experience

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

DARCARS Collision of Fairfax is seeking an Auto Body Shop Estimator to inspect and appraise vehicles for repair cost determinations billed to insurance or customers. You will work directly with customers and insurance companies to ensure a seamless repair process and excellent service.

Responsibilities include examining damage, estimating repair costs, calculating customer payments, managing insurance claims, and reconciling final invoices while upholding high quality and customer satisfaction.