Automotive Body Shop Estimator - Ford Pro

Rydellautomall; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading automotive company as an Automotive Body Shop Estimator where you'll ensure smooth processes for customer repairs and work collaboratively with various departments. Enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and advancement opportunities in a recognized top workplace environment.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Flexible Working Hours

Advancement Opportunities

Company Paid Life Insurance

Health Club Reimbursement

Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer Time Off

401k with a Company Matching Contribution

Qualifications

• Proven 3 year experience as an automotive body shop estimator.
• Knowledge of collision repair processes and industry standards.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and documenting damage on vehicles brought in for repairs.
• Providing accurate and detailed repair estimates to customers and insurance companies.
• Communicating with customers to address their concerns and keep them informed about the repair progress.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Education

Certification from a recognized body shop estimator training program

Tools

Estimating Software

Job description

Automotive Body Shop Estimator

Company: Apple Autos (Top Minnesota Workplace)

Compensation: $50.000.00 - $85,000.00

Are you looking for a company that Supports You and Your Family, Encourages You to Make a Difference, and helps Champion Your Lifelong Journey? Then you need to look at Apple Autos.

Apple Autos is a 7-brand, 8 location automotive company founded on the belief that people come before profit. Our Vision is to be Famous for Extraordinary Customer Experiences with People who are Empowered to Create Growth and Loyalty for a Lifetime.

Apple Autos is seeking a skilled and experienced Automotive Body Shop Estimator to join our team. As an integral part of our collision repair facility, you will play a key role in ensuring a smooth and efficient process for our customers. Our dealership has been rated a Top Minnesota Workplace in the Star Tribune for the last 5 years, and we’re looking to add a passionate problem-solver to our winning team and help us continue a legacy of excellence. Apple Autos believes in The Value of our people and The Value of ongoing improvement therefor we offer training programs, tuition reimbursement, and career growth and development opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Assessing and documenting damage on vehicles brought in for repairs.
• Providing accurate and detailed repair estimates to customers and insurance companies.
• Collaborating with technicians and parts departments to ensure timely and cost-effective repairs.
• Communicating with customers to address their concerns and keep them informed about the repair progress.
• Maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction through professionalism and excellent service.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven 3 year experience as an automotive body shop estimator.
• Knowledge of collision repair processes and industry standards.
• Proficiency in using estimating software.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to accurately assess vehicle damage.
• Certification from a recognized body shop estimator training program is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Working Hours
• Advancement Opportunities
• Apple Autos Yearly Technician Tenure Bonus
• Professional and Respectful Work Environment
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• Company Paid Life Insurance along with Voluntary Life and Disability
• Health Club Reimbursement
• Paid Paternity/Maternity Leave
• New and Used Vehicle, Parts, and Service Discounts
• Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer Time Off
• 401k with a Company Matching Contribution
• Employee Assistance programs

Why Work for Apple Autos

• We strive to make a positive impact in our world, you will get the opportunity to give back.
• Internal promotions, we offer our employees the opportunity to internally advance.
• We encourage teamwork, positivity, and kindness.
• Learning and development programs are available.
• We empower our employees to do what is best for our customers, and other employees
• Continually giving back to our employees for all of their hard work that does not go unnoticed. We offer a variety of fun events to say thank you to our most important assets, our amazing employees.
• Ranked Top workplaces in MN (2020,2021,2022)

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.