Automotive Collision Estimator: Damage & Insurance Liaison

Bonnell; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonnell is seeking an Estimator to determine repair costs and timelines for vehicle damages and to negotiate insurance payments. The role includes communicating costs to customers and preparing repair cost estimates.

The Estimator will inspect damage, estimate labor/parts costs, and draft work orders while maintaining records and coordinating with customers and insurers in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in collision repair estimating.
• Knowledge of vehicle structures and components to remove/replace parts such as doors, windscreens and fenders.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged vehicles and assess repair scope.
• Estimate labor and parts costs for repairs.
• Prepare insurance forms and communicate estimates to customers.
• Draft work orders and enter into CollisionRight’s system.
• Maintain records of repairs and costs.

Skills

Automotive collision repair knowledge

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Negotiation skills

Customer communication

Cost estimation/math

Tools

CollisionRight

Job description

Bonnell is seeking an Estimator to determine repair costs and timelines for vehicle damages and to negotiate insurance payments. The role includes communicating costs to customers and preparing repair cost estimates.

The Estimator will inspect damage, estimate labor/parts costs, and draft work orders while maintaining records and coordinating with customers and insurers in a fast-paced shop environment.