Auto Reconditioning Estimator - Precise & Impactful

Cox Automotive; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Public holidays

Bereavement leave

Voting leave

Jury duty leave

Volunteer time off

Military leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, seeks an Estimator II to produce timely and precise estimates for reconditioning on consigned vehicles for wholesale and retail clients. You will assess damage, document repairs, and obtain client approvals using Manheim's tools.

You will coordinate with vendors, parts suppliers, and internal teams to ensure accurate pricing, availability, and sourcing, while maintaining thorough records and upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED plus 3 years related experience; or degree/cert +1 year; or 5 years related field experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Vision abilities for close/distance/color and depth perception.
• Ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provide estimation services for assigned locations focusing on cosmetic (body) repairs and mechanical repairs.
• Deliver accurate and timely estimates for reconditioning work with proper documentation.
• Collaborate with maintenance, reconditioning, vendor, and operations teams to initiate approved work.
• Work with vendors and procurement to verify pricing and parts availability.
• Track repair progress and communicate updates with clients and internal teams.
• Maintain records of estimates, approvals, and completed work per policies.
• Participate in safety initiatives and process improvements.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and model safe behaviors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Outlook

Proficiency in Word

Proficiency in Excel

Ability to lift 25 lbs

Vehicle operation knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Any degree or cert beyond high school

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, seeks an Estimator II to produce timely and precise estimates for reconditioning on consigned vehicles for wholesale and retail clients. You will assess damage, document repairs, and obtain client approvals using Manheim's tools.

You will coordinate with vendors, parts suppliers, and internal teams to ensure accurate pricing, availability, and sourcing, while maintaining thorough records and upholding safety standards.