Body Shop Estimator

Rush-Enterprises; Pico Rivera (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Professional training and development

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Body Shop Estimator to drive sales for our body shop through personal and telephone outreach. The estimator must deliver accurate estimates within 48 hours, verify credits, and coordinate with insurance adjusters and customers throughout the repair process.

The role involves servicing existing accounts, providing leads for additional business, and communicating with customers and insurers on the same business day as written.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• At least 12 months related work experience in a similar role.
• Valid driver's license with insurability per company policy.
• Proficiency with computer hardware/software systems as needed.

Responsibilities

• Estimates must be prepared accurately within 48 hours of contact and matched to insurance appraiser estimates.
• Provide leads for additional business by servicing existing accounts.
• Coordinate with insurance adjusters and wrecker operations.
• Update customers daily via service link and ensure proper documentation (before/after photos).
• Discuss services with customers and insurance representatives and verify credit status before work.

Education

GED / High School Diploma

Tools

PC software knowledge

Job description

Advertised Job Description

The Body Shop Estimator solicits sales for the body shop through personal and telephone contacts.

Rush Truck Centers opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships across the US representing truck and bus manufacturers. Our franchises include Peterbilt, International, Hino, Isuzu, Ford, IC Bus and Blue Bird. We offer a rewarding career as a leader in the transportation industry. Grow with us as we continue to expand our network of locations and dealerships.

Responsibilities

• Estimates must be accurate and completed within 48 hours of contact. Department estimates must be verified to match insurance appraiser estimates, any discrepancies must be resolved prior to dispatching job to the shop or shop foreman.


• Service existing accounts and communicate with clients to provide leads for additional business.


• Discuss use and features of various services.


• Verify credit status of all customers before starting any work.


• Visit assigned accounts soliciting maintenance and repair business.


• Communicate supplements to customers and insurance companies on the same business day as written.


• Coordinate with insurance adjusters and wrecker operations.


• Communicate with and update customers daily via service link during the repair process. Estimators are required to follow every job from start to finish, review final billing, and secure before and after photographs of work performed.


• Consult with management regarding new procedures and equipment in the industry.


• Document and update all customer and insurance company information on file.

Benefits

• We offer an exceptional Total Rewards package with outstanding healthcare benefits, a robust 401(k) plan with company matching, and an employee stock purchase program to help you build long-term financial security. Additionally, we provide performance-based incentives and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development. All of this is within a culture that values and rewards excellence, a positive attitude, and integrity, ensuring you thrive personally and professionally.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).


• Minimum 12 months related work experience in a similar position. May substitute the equivalent combination of education and training.


• Must possess a current and valid driver license with a driving record that meets the insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.


• Personal computer hardware/software knowledge and skills. Proficiency with related hardware/software systems as needed to fully execute the duties required.

This job posting does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their leader.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Minimum Pay Rate

USD $72,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Pay Rate

USD $75,000.00/Yr.