Body Shop Estimator

Flippa.com; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group is seeking an Experienced Body Shop Estimator to inspect customer vehicles and manage repair costs. The role requires strong customer service skills and knowledge of insurance protocols. Join a dynamic team that values quality repairs and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Paid manufacturer and ICAR training

Health insurance plans

401(k) plan

PTO and paid holidays

Employee discounts on vehicle purchases

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of automotive estimating experience.
• Industry training such as I-Car certification.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and appraise vehicles to determine repair costs.
• Manage the claim process with insurance companies.
• Ensure high-quality repairs and minimize rework.

Skills

Automotive estimating

Customer service

Insurance protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

DARCARS Automotive Group is now hiring an Experienced Body Shop Estimator!

Potential earnings are based on experience.

As a Body Shop Estimator, you will inspect and appraise customer vehicles to determine repair costs for damages billed as insurance claims or customer expenses. This role involves working directly with customers and insurance companies to ensure a seamless repair process while providing excellent customer service.

In this role, you will:

1. Examine damage to customer vehicles to identify structural, body, mechanical, or interior damages.
2. Estimate repair costs, including supplies, parts, and labor.
3. Calculate customer payments, including deductibles for repaired items.
4. Manage the claim process by obtaining estimates from insurance companies and reviewing them with insurance adjusters.
5. Maintain customer reports by explaining estimates and vehicle return expectations.
6. Ensure high-quality repairs and minimize rework.
7. Conduct spot checks on completed jobs for quality assurance.
8. Reconcile and prepare final invoices matching approved estimates.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• At least 3 years of automotive estimating experience.
• Knowledge of major insurance protocols and ability to upload estimates/images accordingly.
• Prior estimating experience is highly preferred.
• Industry training such as I-Car certification.
• Automotive certifications are a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background screening.

Benefits:

• Paid manufacturer and ICAR training.
• Health insurance plans (medical, vision, dental).
• Short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and repairs.
• Opportunities for community service involvement.
• Internal career advancement opportunities.

This job posting does not encompass all duties and responsibilities, which may be assigned as needed. The employee is expected to follow additional instructions and perform other duties as directed by a supervisor.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon successful background checks, including criminal, consumer, motor vehicle records, and SSN verification. Employment is at-will and may be terminated if dealership policies are violated.