Automotive Bodyshop Estimator & Service Writer

Sonic Automotive; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BMW OF FAIRFAX, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, is seeking a Bodyshop Service Writer. The role includes appraising vehicle damage for insurance claims, estimating repair costs, and coordinating with shop leadership to finalize costs and decisions.

The position offers a full-time schedule with compensation ranging from USD 70,000 to USD 120,000 annually. Sonic Automotive provides training, growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits as part of a large dealer network.

Responsibilities

• Examines damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical, or interior damage.
• Estimates cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
• Reviews repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman.
• In the event of a disagreement with manager or foreman on repair cost, arrange to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve the situation.
• Determines feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors.
• Evaluates practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident.
• Determines salvage value on total vehicle loss.
• Prepares insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
• Estimates cost of repainting, converting to special purposes, or customizing undamaged vehicles.
• Must follow all company safety policies and procedures, and immediately report any and all accidents to a manager or supervisor.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA
• All applicants must perform duties and responsibilities in a safe manner
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, and valid driver license

Job description

BMW OF FAIRFAX, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, is seeking a Bodyshop Service Writer. The role includes appraising vehicle damage for insurance claims, estimating repair costs, and coordinating with shop leadership to finalize costs and decisions.

The position offers a full-time schedule with compensation ranging from USD 70,000 to USD 120,000 annually. Sonic Automotive provides training, growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits as part of a large dealer network.