Auto Body Estimator — Paid Training & Growth

DARCARS Automotive Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Manufacturer Training

ICAR Training

Employee discounts

PTO and Holidays

Community service opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

DARCARS Collision Center of Baltimore is hiring an Auto Body Shop Estimator to inspect and appraise vehicle damages and determine repair costs for insurance claims or customer expenses. You will work directly with customers and insurance companies to ensure a seamless repair process and quality service.

Benefits include paid Manufacturer and ICAR training, employee discounts on vehicles, parts and service, PTO and holidays, plus opportunities for community service and internal career

Qualifications

• 3+ years of previous automotive estimator experience.
• Knowledge of major insurance program protocols and ability to upload estimates/images that meet those standards.
• Prior experience as an estimator preferred.
• I-CAR or other industry training history.
• Automotive certifications a plus.
• High school degree or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license.
• Must pass pre-employment background screening.

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

Customer service

Insurance procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

I-CAR training

Automotive certifications

Job description

DARCARS Collision Center of Baltimore is hiring an Auto Body Shop Estimator to inspect and appraise vehicle damages and determine repair costs for insurance claims or customer expenses. You will work directly with customers and insurance companies to ensure a seamless repair process and quality service.

Benefits include paid Manufacturer and ICAR training, employee discounts on vehicles, parts and service, PTO and holidays, plus opportunities for community service and internal career