Body Shop Estimator

Flippa.com; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Body Shop Estimator to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will inspect and appraise vehicles, ensuring accurate repair cost estimates while collaborating with customers and insurance companies. Your expertise will help maintain high-quality repairs and customer satisfaction. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about the automotive industry.

Benefits

Paid Manufacturer and ICAR Training

Health insurance (medical, vision, dental)

Short-term and long-term disability plans

Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and Paid Holidays

Employee discounts on vehicle purchases

Opportunities for community service involvement

Internal career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automotive estimation experience required.
• Knowledge of major insurance program protocols essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and appraise customer vehicles for repair costs.
• Manage claim processes with insurance companies.

Skills

Automotive Estimation

Customer Service

Insurance Protocols

Damage Assessment

Education

High School Diploma

Automotive Certifications

Job description

DARCARS Automotive Group is now hiring for a Body Shop Estimator!

Potential earning based on experience

As a Body Shop Estimator, you will inspect and appraise customer vehicles to determine the cost of repairs for damages that will be billed as an insurance claim or customer expense. This role also includes working directly with customers and/or 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 locate 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 claim process for customers by obtaining estimates from insurance companies and reviewing with insurance adjuster
5. Maintain customer reports by explaining estimates and expected vehicle return times
6. Maintain high-quality repairs and minimize comebacks
7. Conduct spot checks of each completed job for thoroughness and quality
8. Reconcile and prepare final invoices matching approved estimates

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 3+ years of automotive estimation experience
• Knowledge of major insurance program protocols and the ability to upload estimates/images meeting those standards
• Prior experience as an estimator is highly preferred
• I-Car or other industry training history
• Automotive certifications are a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Ability to pass pre-employment background screening

Benefits:

• Paid Manufacturer and ICAR Training
• Health insurance: medical, vision, and dental plans
• Short-term and long-term disability plans
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service repairs
• Opportunities for community service involvement
• Internal career advancement opportunities

This job advertisement does not list all duties and responsibilities. Employees may be asked to perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

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