Automotive Collision Estimator

The Faulkner Automotive Group; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

Annual merit increases

Job summary

The Faulkner Automotive Group is seeking an enthusiastic Automotive Collision Estimator for our Collision Doylestown location. You will appraise vehicle damage and determine repair costs for insurance settlements, inspecting vehicles and preparing itemized work orders.

You will work with a customer service representative who handles communications while you focus on accurate estimates. A PA State Appraiser License and 2+ years of collision repair experience are required.

Qualifications

• PA State Appraiser License is REQUIRED.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in collision repair.
• Clean, valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a team and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with estimating software CCC ONE, Mitchell, Audatex.

Responsibilities

• Appraise vehicle damage and determine repair costs for insurance claims.
• Inspect and test vehicles to assess repair needs.
• Prepare itemized work orders listing parts and labor costs.
• Write accurate estimates and collaborate with a customer service representative.
• Contribute to efficient claim settlements and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Estimating experience

Education

PA State Appraiser License

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCC ONE

Mitchell

Audatex

Job description

The Faulkner Automotive Group is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Automotive Collision Estimator to join our team at Collision Doylestown! Faulkner is a place you can establish a career and grow with the organization. We provide training to all our employees and offer continued growth opportunities for those that have excellent talent, energy, and ambition to succeed. Faulkner has won a combined 60+ Best Places to Work Awards.

Automotive Collision Estimator Benefits, include:

• Top-tier benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Employee referral bonuses
• Annual reviews and merit increases

As an Automotive Collision Estimator, it is your job to appraise vehicle damage to determine the cost of repair for insurance claim settlements. This includes inspecting and testing automobiles by using mechanical testing devices, questioning customers about the vehicle's performance or by visual inspection of the vehicle. The Estimator also prepares itemized work orders, listing the cost of parts and labor. You will pair up with a customer service representative who does all the correspondence with the customer - you just write the estimates! We use your expertise for evaluating and identifying the cost of repairs and allow the customer service representative to handle the rest! Become part of the Faulkner Family and join our team!

They typical schedule for an Estimator is Monday through Friday.

Automotive Collision Estimator Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a clean, valid driver’s license
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• PA State Appraiser License is REQUIRED
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in collision repair
• Requires the ability to work in a team environment as well as strong oral and written communication skills
• Selected candidate must be able to perform all job functions, including: bending, standing, lifting, and reaching
• Strong knowledge of vehicle repair processes and insurance claim procedures
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., CCC ONE, Mitchell, Audatex)

About Faulkner

The Faulkner Automotive Group is a family-owned and -operated automotive group serving Central and southeastern Pennsylvania with the best vehicles and services. Our dealership group is composed of 31 dealership locations and 23 franchises, making us one of the largest family-run dealer groups in the country.

Faulkner is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.