Body Shop Estimator

Ford Uftring Inc; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonuses

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Insurance plans

Employee discounts

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

The Uftring Auto Group is seeking a Body Shop Estimator in Peoria, IL to inspect damaged vehicles, determine collision damage, and generate accurate repair estimates using CCC ONE and related software. You will communicate estimates to customers and insurers, and coordinate repairs with the team.

The role requires 1–2 years of estimating experience, strong customer communication, and the ability to work independently. Base salary ranges from 39,000 to 45,000 USD per year with monthly bonuses.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Body Shop estimating experience (CCC ONE preferred).
• Able to explain estimates clearly to customers from diverse backgrounds.
• Capable of independent work and time/workload management.
• Solid basic computer and phone skills.
• Must hold a valid IL driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Examine damaged vehicles to determine extent of damage.
• Estimate labor and parts costs for repairs.
• Photograph damage and upload to estimating system.
• Schedule repairs and coordinate transportation for customers.
• Create and submit supplementary estimates.
• Communicate with customers and insurance companies about estimates.

Skills

Customer communication

Time management

Basic computer skills

Phone skills

Driver's license

Tools

CCC ONE estimating

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.

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 without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. MISC