Body Shop Estimator

Uftring Weston Chevrolet Cadillac; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonuses (800–1200 USD)

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, life, short‑/

Term disability

401(k) plan

Employee vehicle discounts

Job summary

Uftring Weston Chevrolet Cadillac in Peoria, IL is seeking a Body Shop Estimator. You will inspect damaged vehicles, generate accurate repair estimates using CCC ONE, and communicate these estimates to customers and insurers.

Salary starts between $39,000 and $45,000 per year plus bonuses. Responsibilities include documenting damage, estimating labor and parts, scheduling repairs, and maintaining relationships with insurers and factory reps.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of Body Shop estimating experience (CCC ONE preferred).
• Ability to communicate to customers of various backgrounds—expressing sensitivity and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work independently and manage time/workflow.
• Basic computer and phone skills.
• Must possess a valid IL driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Examine damaged vehicles to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage.
• Estimate the cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
• Photographs vehicle damage and uploads to the estimating system.
• Schedules repairs and facilitates alternate transportation.
• Creates and submits supplementary estimates.
• Customer communication, follow-up, and presentation of additional services.
• Maintain good relationships with factory and insurance representatives.
• Follow through with insurance receivables.
• Quality control.
• Assist Technicians as needed.

Skills

Body Shop estimating

CCC ONE estimating

Customer communication

Time management

Basic computer skills

IL driver’s license

Tools

CCC ONE estimating software

Job description

BE OUR NEXT SUCCESS STORY! The Uftring Auto Group values its team members and is committed to their success by ensuring that they have the resources and opportunities to gain experience with us! We have a thorough but FAST hiring process!

The Body Shop Estimator will inspect damaged vehicles, determine the extent of the collision damage, generate accurate repair estimates using industry-standard tools and software, communicate the estimates to customers and insurance companies.

PAY IS BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND CAN START BETWEEN $39,000 - $45,000 PER YEAR WITH ADDITIONAL BONUSES.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Examine damaged vehicles to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage.
• Estimates the cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
• Photographs vehicle damage and uploads to the estimating system.
• Schedules repairs and facilitates alternate transportation.
• Creates and submits supplementary estimates.
• Customer communication, follow-up, and presentation of additional services.
• Maintain good relationships with factory and insurance representatives.
• Follow through with insurance receivables.
• Quality control.
• Assist Technicians as needed.

QUALITIES FOR SUCCESS:

• 1 to 2 years of Body Shop estimating experience – CCC ONE estimating experience is preferred.
• Must be cable of communicating to customers of various backgrounds – expressing sensitivity to their concerns and ensuring enthusiasm.
• Must be able to work independently, effectively managing time and workflow.
• Basic computer and phone skills.
• Must possess a valid IL driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

“The sure way to miss success is to miss the opportunity.” – Victor Chasles.

SCHEDULE:

• Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Compensation for the Body Shop Estimator depends upon experience. It could begin at $39,000-$45,000 per year with monthly bonuses that could be between $800-$1200 per month.
• We have a solid and stable reputation – we have been in business for over 43 years!
• Great opportunities for advancement – we promote from within!
• Attractive Vacation and Paid Time Off – with PTO available within the first year of employment.*
• Paid time off for bereavement.*
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability and Teladoc insurance plans – with Company participation.
• 401(k) Plan with Company participation.
• Attractive employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and services.
• State-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

*See Team Member Handbook and Policies for full details.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment withoutregard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protectedveteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local laws.